MDE 8522: Applied Anatomy of the Musculoskeletal System 15-16
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Students will review the osseous anatomy of the extremities, characteristics of the synovial joints through the use of assigned, lectures, and dissection guide. Students will have the opportunity to expand their knowledge of musculoskeletal anatomy as it relates to clinical practice, common imaging studies, and surgical procedures.
Goals and Objectives
The 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 basis of common musculoskeletal disorders and associated surgical procedures. Specifically, the gross anatomy of the back and limbs will be reviewed, and the clinical relevance will be emphasized.
Evaluation
Evaluation of the student’s final written presentations in a case-Based format with the following parameters:
- A minimum of 12 slides is required for each of the PowerPoint Presentation.
- Each presentation must be balanced between text, data, and images.
- Presented topics should be carefully selected based on its significance, relevance and impact on knowledge base of students
- Each presentation must encompass a detailed case history, manifestations, physical diagnosis, differential diagnosis, therapeutic methodologies and discussion.
Laboratory dissection will conducted on Tuesdays and Thursdays between 10:00 AM- 12:00 PM unless otherwise indicated.