Disease & Society III

Catalog description

Builds on continued intensive study of human disease (pathophysiology), disease prevention, and public health issues. Emphasis is placed on pathophysiology common to genitourinary, women's health, pediatrics, geriatrics, palliative care, emergency medicine, and surgery using a life span approach. Focuses on areas of clinical medicine including epidemiology, etiology, clinical manifestation, progression, therapeutic management, prevention, and prognosis. Constructs clinical reasoning and decision-making with consideration, but not limited to, racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic health disparities. Course delivery methods for teaching and learning include lectures, small groups, and reverse case studies.