2016-2017 Graduate Catalog

PA 506 Principles of Medicine III

This is the third in a series of courses designed to provide the study of human diseases and disorders by organ system, using a lifespan approach from newborn to the elderly. Course includes epidemiology, etiology, history, clinical signs and symptoms, differential diagnosis, diagnosis, diagnostic studies, therapeutic management, prevention, and prognosis of disease in clinical medicine. Modules covered include rheumatology, mental health, pediatrics, oncology, human sexuality, surgery, and emergency medicine. Emphasis will be on disease processes common to primary care practices using lecture, case study, and a problem-based learning approach.

Credits

7

Prerequisite

Successful completion of prior trimester of PA coursework or program permission