Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine Clerkship

Catalog description

The required Pediatrics Core Clerkship offers medical students a comprehensive introduction to pediatric and adolescent care, covering both inpatient and ambulatory settings. The clerkship begins with an orientation focusing on procedural knowledge and essential topics such as well-care visits, newborn and adolescent care, and nutrition management. Students will spend time in ambulatory pediatrics, either in the community or at the WMed General Pediatric Clinic, where they will engage in direct patient care, observe interactions, and develop skills in patient interviewing and physical examination. The remaining time is dedicated to inpatient pediatrics, with rotations through day shifts, night shifts, and newborn care. The course aims to provide a thorough understanding of pediatric care from newborn through adolescence, enhancing clinical skills and preparing students for the evaluation and management of pediatric patients.