PA 533 Disease & Society II

Continues the intensive study on human disease (pathophysiology), disease prevention, and public health issues. Emphasis is placed on pathophysiology common to gastroenterology/ nutrition, hepatology, urology, reproductive health, nephrology, rheumatology, orthopedics, and neurology using a life span approach. Focuses on areas of clinical medicine including epidemiology, etiology, clinical manifestation, progression, therapeutic management, prevention, and prognosis. Practices 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 unfolding case studies.

Credits

5.5