Psychiatry Clerkship

Catalog description

The Psychiatry Core Clerkship provides medical students with a broad clinical experience in psychiatry. Students will rotate through inpatient units, outpatient clinics and community mental health organizations gaining exposure to a variety of psychiatric conditions. They will engage in mental health evaluations, learn to diagnose and manage psychiatric disorders, and develop skills in patient interviewing and therapeutic communication. The clerkship emphasizes the importance of understanding mental health as a fundamental component of overall health, providing a foundation valuable for any medical specialty. Throughout the rotation, students will immerse themselves in the clinical environment, taking on responsibilities as integral members of the healthcare team while being supervised.