2013-2014 Electives Catalog
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Explore each category of elective offered by USF Health MCOM by clicking on its name. Please reference the Course Key for further information.
It is the students' responsibility to verify where and to whom they report before the start of each course no later than the Friday before the start of the rotation.
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MEL 7320Z: Externship in Anesthesiology Externship form required. | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7 | Year 4 status | no limit @USFMS | FT, 44 hr wk | 4 |
MEL 7760: Anesthesiology Elective Dr. Malcolm Klein Location: Second floor Anesthesia Department James A. Haley VA Medical Center 13000 Bruce B. Downs Blvd., Tampa, FL 33612 ObjectiveThe primary objective of this course is to introduce the student(s) to the practical/hands on approach to anesthesiology with emphasis on airway management, respiratory physiology, cardiovascular physiology, perioperative management, and invasive procedures. EvaluationOral, practical, and/or written evaluations of medical students will include clinical performance, medical knowledge, professionalism, motivation, and ability to problem solve. | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11 | Year 4 status | 1@MCC 1@TVAH | FT, 50 hr wk | 4 |
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BMS 8187: Advanced Human Anatomy Dr. Arslan and Faculty This course entails supervised regional dissection, discussion of the clinical relevance of the identified structures, participation in gross anatomy laboratory sessions and independent case-based presentations. ObjectivesThis course is designed to provide senior students with the opportunity to perform an in-depth study of anatomy in relation to surgical fields and other clinically relevant disciplines such as radiology and emergency medicine. It enables students to master the delicate relationships of anatomical structures through supervised step-by-step dissections. It is expected, that prospective students will be able to correlate structural organization of human body to the interpretation of disease processes. Students will be able to participate in teaching anatomy to junior medical students in an interactive laboratory environment. EvaluationEvaluation is based on completion of the assigned dissection and active participation in anatomy laboratory teaching. Minimum of 5 PowerPoint presentations detailing a series of clinical vignettes with complete history, laboratory values, differential diagnosis and discussions are required. These vignettes must emphasize the importance of structural relationships of the affected organs and the anatomic basis of the conditions discussed.
Students should contact Dr. Arslan to receive permission in advance and to insure proper coordination. Orhan E. Arslan, DVM, PhD TrackRequired for Radiology | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11 | none | No limit@USF-MS | FT, 44 hr wk | 2,4 |
MDE 8163: Ob/Gyn Back to Basics Drs. Nagwa Dajani and James Mayer
THIS ELECTIVE IS NOT AVAILABLE TO VISITING STUDENTS The goals of this course are to review various aspects of basic anatomy, physiology, pathology, and genetics that are found within the daily clinical care setting. Students will be asked to provide a summary power point presentation based on a clinical patient management topic. The topic will focus on the underlying fundamental basic science knowledge and skills required to fully utilize the clinical decision making process. This course will be held over a two week period. It will be approved first for those students designated on the Ob/Gyn track and then be available to a limited number of students on a first come, first serve basis. | 9A,11A | Year 4 status | 5@USF MS | FT, 40 hr wk | 2 |
MDE 8381: Pharmacogenomics and Psychosocial Aspects of Patient Care Drs. Lynn Wecker PhD and Michelle Mattingly PhD Understanding the basis for differences in both drug responses and psychosocial therapies forms the basis for treatment selection in psychiatric disorders. This course will explore and expand knowledge and applications of (a) why specific medications may have either a therapeutic benefit treatment emergent adverse effect for some, but not all individuals; (b) genetic polymorphisms of neurotransmitter-associated proteins including enzymes, transporters and receptors that mediate chemical neurotransmission, and the possible role of these alterations in the manifestation of behavioral disorders; (c) how psychosocial factors influence the manifestation of both positive and negative health related behaviors; and (d) the utility of empathy with patients and its impact on differential therapeutics inclusive of integrating pharmacotherapy and psychotherapy in optimal care. Goals and ObjectivesThe goals and objectives of this course are to complement the basic and clinical information gained during their first three years of medical school and provide students a solid understanding of both pharmacogenomics and the behavioral aspects of patient care. Specifically, Pharmacogenomics and Psychosocial Aspects of Patient Care is designed (a) to provide an understanding of the interactions between genetic inheritance, drug actions and the body’s response to drugs; and, (b) to expand on personalized medicine and patient centered care that were previously learned or encountered by the medical student during the first three years in medical school. A working knowledge that psychiatric treatments (either psychopharmacological or psychosocial) can be tailor made and adapted to the individual is essential as these issues have implications for patient health, adherence to treatment and patient-physician relationship. Teaching facultyUSF faculty of Psychiatry EvaluationStudents will be evaluated based on faculty evaluation of interaction, participation, and presentation on a current issue in pharmacogenomics. TrackOne of the options for Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Psychiatry, and Pediatrics | 10A,10B | Year 4 status | 2-6@USFMS | FT, 40 hr wk | 2 |
MDE 8521: Applied Head and Neck Anatomy Dr. Orhan E. Arslan, DVM, PhD
The course will demonstrate and enforce the interface between clinical and foundational science, and reinforce skills of literature review and mechanistic thinking about clinical problems. Specifically, students will review the anatomy of the head and neck through online materials, lectures, and dissection. Students will learn of common clinical correlates, imaging studies, and surgical procedures through lectures by clinical faculty. Goals and ObjectivesThe overall goal of this course is to provide a thorough review of human head and neck anatomy from a clinical perspective. Topics covered during the elective will include anterior and posterior triangles of the neck, the larynx and pharynx, the face, the infratemporal fossa, the oral cavity and submandibular triangle, the eye and orbit, the ear, the cranial base, the blood supply and venous drainage of the brain, the cranial nerves, the meninges, and major gross brain structures. The objective is to enable students to recognize the anatomical background of common clinical problems and surgical procedures. Teaching FacultySummer Decker, PhD and other USF Health faculty EvaluationStudents will be evaluated on the basis of their course participation in discussions and dissection and on their oral presentation of a chosen and approved research project. TrackOne of the options for Neurology, Neurosurgery, Orthopaedics, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, and Pediatrics | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11 | Year 4 status | 6-30@USFMS | FT, 40 hr wk | 2 |
MDE 8522: Applied Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal System Dr. Orhan E. Arslan, DVM, PhD
Students will review the anatomy of the back and extremities through the use of assigned online materials, lectures, and dissections. Students will learn of the clinical correlation, common imaging studies, and common surgical procedures of the musculoskeletal system. Goals and ObjectivesThe overall goal of this course is to provide a thorough review of human osteology and musculoskeletal anatomy from a clinical perspective. The objective is to enable students to recognize the anatomical background of common clinical problems and surgical procedures. Specifically, the gross anatomy of the back and limbs will be reviewed, and the clinical relevance of this anatomy will be emphasized. Teaching facultySummer Decker, PhD, and other USF Health faculty EvaluationEvaluation of the student’s final oral presentation with respect to
TrackOne of the options for Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, Orthopaedics, and Pediatrics | 1,2,3,4,5,6,7,8,9,10,11 | Year 4 status | 6-30@USFMS | FT, 40 hr wk | 2 |
MDE 8554: The Pathobiology of Ocular Disorders Dr. Curtis E. Margo, MD, MPH
This course is an introduction into the pathophysiology of common vision-threatening disorders with emphasis on the scientific foundations of this knowledge. Clinical methods sessions are to complement the basic science review. Teaching FacultyUSF and VHA faculty of Ophthalmology EvaluationStudents will be evaluated by direct observation of their participation in didactic sessions and clinics, their understanding of the correlation between the science foundations of ophthalmology and clinical utility, and a student project. TrackRequired for Ophthalmology | 10A | Year 4 status | 2-5@USFMS | FT, 40 hr wk | 2 |
MDE 8811: Integration of Brain Networks, Dimensions of Behavior, and Modern Therape |