PA 517 Clinical Integration I
This is the first of two courses to introduce the student to the clinical setting. Students meet in small groups with clinical preceptors to discuss various aspects of patient care including obtaining histories, physical findings, pathophysiology of disease, developing a differential diagnosis, formulating management plans, and practicing oral patient presentations. Students will practice history-taking and physical exam skills, document histories and physical examination, and present findings to their clinical preceptors. Periodic classroom lectures will also be scheduled to review and develop clinical skills in addition to early clinical experiences.
Prerequisite
Successful completion of prior trimester of PA coursework or program permission