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2016-2017 Academic Catalog (Jan 2017) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

Course Descriptions

 

Dentistry Electives
  

  • ELEC 508 - Oral Surgery Externship


    Cr Hrs: 1-2 (Varies)

    This course is designed to provide advanced clinical experience in oral surgery to a selected group of seniors. The students will be assigned to the Department of Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery on a full-time basis during the summer session of their senior year. During this period they will receive individual experience with advanced procedures such as preprosthetic surgery and surgical removal of impacted teeth. Experience in dentofacial trauma and hospital procedures will be derived from an on-call rotation with the oral surgery resident. Course not currently offered.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: D-4 only; Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Offered as needed


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Lawrence W Weeda
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Lawrence W Weeda
  

  • ELEC 510 - Forensic Dentistry


    Cr Hrs: 1 (8-10-0)

    The course will be an introduction to forensic odontology to include dental identification, bite mark investigation, mass disaster identification, and expert witness activities. It consists of lecture/seminars and hands-on laboratory instruction.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: D-3 or higher; Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Offered as needed


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Duane Schafer
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Duane Schafer
  

  • ELEC 511 - Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery


    Cr Hrs: 1-2 (Varies)

    This elective allows selected D-4 students to pursue further studies in oral and maxillofacial surgery departmental activities. The students will devote a portion of their clinic time to this specialized elective. It is expected that the students will gain additional experience in performing more advanced oral surgery procedures as well as in starting IVs. Each student will be encouraged to submit an article for publication prior to graduation.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: D-4 only: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: James Mintzer Christian
    Spring - Instructor of Record: James Mintzer Christian
  

  • ELEC 513 - Advanced Pediatric Dentistry


    Cr Hrs: 2 (0-0-80)

    Two (2) fourth-year dental students are offered an elective course consisting of four clinical days for two (2) weeks. Students will be scheduled a variety of patients which will include case work-ups and treatment planning. A number of the patients will be medically or physically compromised in some manner. During the assignment students will be scheduled for hospital dentistry conferences and rounds, and may attend dental operating room cases as an assistant.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: D-4 only: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Offered as needed


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Harry K Sharp
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Harry K Sharp
  

  • ELEC 514 - Research Methods in Periodontal Pathobiology


    Cr Hrs: 1-3 (Varies)

    This course is designed to allow dental students (open to students at any stage of training, D-2 through D-4) to gain experience in the design, performance and documentation of a laboratory research project. Individuals are expected to devise their own research projects within a framework outlined by the Course Director. Projects will vary with students’ previous experience and interests.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Research
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: D-2 through D-4 only: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Sidney H Stein
  

  • ELEC 515 - Elective Periodontal Surgery


    Cr Hrs: 1 (10-0-20)

    This course is designed to expand the knowledge of selected students in the field of Periodontology by assigning reading material, discussion in seminar sessions and clinical activities. Each participant will be required to perform at least two different periodontal surgeries and the necessary postoperative procedures. All clinical procedures performed in this course will be credited towards the requirements in perio for the Junior year. Attendance in the course is mandatory except when other blocks are assigned. Students must inform the course director if they have any conflict.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Max per section: 15
    Instructional Method: Seminar, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: D-3 only: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Jacob Shiloah
  

  • ELEC 523 - Clinical Oral Pathology


    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-40)

    This elective course is designed to provide exposure to the clinical practice of oral pathology. The student(s) will experience and participate in examination of diagnosis and treatment of the diseases, conditions, and neoplasms that are typically seen in clinical practice.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: Special Permission Required, DSOM 302 Oral Diagnosis Clinic , DSOM 305 Advanced Dental Radiology , DSOM 311 Basic Oral & Maxillofacial Pathology  
    Term offered: Offered as needed


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Kenneth M Anderson
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Kenneth M Anderson
  

  • ELEC 524 - Project Smile


    Cr Hrs: 2 (24-0-24)

    This course will assist young dentists and dental students to achieve practical real world skills in dentistry in the areas of general, cosmetic and practice management while helping people in need. The objectives include: 1) serve the underserved and the poor; 2) learn real life dentistry; 3) develop relationships with practicing dentists; 4) learn some practice management principles; 5) learn some cosmetic dental procedures; 6) see how cases are diagnosed and worked up in private practice; and 7) complete general dental procedures.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: D-4 only; Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Phillip A. Kemp
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Phillip A. Kemp
  

  • ELEC 526 - Advanced Prosthodontics Elective


    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-20-20)

    Clinical and laboratory experience in complicated removable, fixed and implant combination cases. Treatment planning required of the student. Cases directed by a single case facilitator.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lab, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: D-3 or D-4 only; Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Terence C Hilger
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Terence C Hilger
  

  • ELEC 528 - Research in Oral Biology


    Cr Hrs: 1-3 (Varies)

    This elective is an introduction to research methodology to acquaint the students with evidence-based approaches to solving problems in oral and craniofacial health care. Research training areas include: Techniques in cell and organ culture; Characterization of connective tissue components of the gingival, periodontal ligament, and temporomandibular joint in health and disease; Adhesive glycoproteins in periodontal reattachment; Crevicular fluid components from normal and inflamed gingiva; Saliva glycoproteins and their role in bacterial adhesion; cellular activities in invasive bone tumors; Cell migration and chemotaxis; Periodontal pathogens and the oral micro-organisms; inflammation and inflammatory mediator; Proteomics and tumor biomarkers; Interaction of oral tissues and micro-organisms with implant materials; Craniofacial development; Biomechanical properties of dental and implant materials.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Mustafa K Dabbous
  

  • ELEC 529 - Advanced Clinical Orthodontics


    Cr Hrs: 1-2 (Varies)

    This elective course will be primarily clinical in nature. It is designed to provide select dental students with an advanced knowledge in the diagnosis and treatment of orthodontic problems and a hands-on experience in treating clinical cases that require limited orthodontic intervention. Typical cases will include (1) minor dental crowding or spacing with a harmonious soft tissue profile and balanced occlusion and (2) cases that require limited orthodontic intervention in preparation for additional dental treatment such as creating space for a dental implant. The primary objective of this course will be to teach students how to take good quality orthodontic records, analyze the collected record, diagnose orthodontic problems, develop and present a treatment plan that addresses the patient concerns. Additionally, students are expected to start treatment and place orthodontic brackets on some limited orthodontic patients after the approval of the course instructor and under his direct supervision. May be repeated up to 2 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail Max per section: 16
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Wanda Claro
  

  • ELEC 530 - Physical Examination of the Hospital Patient


    Cr Hrs: 1 (10-0-8)

    This course provides an overview of the basics of physical examination and history taking for the hospitalized patient. Learning objectives for students completing this course are 1) to have an understanding of history taking for the patient who will be or is a hospital admission; 2) complete a physical examination on a hospital patient; and 3) record the H & P in a systematic manner, consistent with hospital protocol.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Seminar, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: D-4 only: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: James Mintzer Christian
  

  • ELEC 552 - Biochemical Research Techniques


    Cr Hrs: 1-3 (Varies)

    Designed primarily for students who are interested in research, this elective will provide a working knowledge of a variety of research techniques which best suit individual projects. The techniques are treated as independent units so that variable credit is given for each technique studied. The techniques offered will vary from year to year, and a list will be available prior to registration from the course coordinator. Techniques available will include radioimmunoassay, sub cellular fractionation, liquid chromatography, gas chromatography, and disc electrophoresis.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Offered as needed


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Mustafa K Dabbous
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Mustafa K Dabbous
  

  • ELEC 553 - Microbiology Research


    Cr Hrs: 1-3 (Varies)

    Qualified students may undertake research in microbiology for which credit and hours will be arranged.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Research
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: DMSC 201 Microbiology ; Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: David R Nelson
    Spring - Instructor of Record: David R Nelson
  

  • ELEC 554 - Special Topics in Clinical Dentistry


    Cr Hrs: 1 (Varies)

    ELEC 554 is a clinical course designed to provide students with more clinical patient experiences when it is deemed that they have not had sufficient experiences during the usual two-year clinical experience. This could involve a dearth of experiences in one discipline or several disciplines. May be repeated up to 1 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Mark Edward Jensen
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Bernard J Blen
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: William R Callahan III
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Patricia P Dingeldein
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: Paul N Gregory


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Mark Edward Jensen
  

  • ELEC 555 - Special Topics in Clinical Dental Hygiene


    Cr Hrs: 1 (Varies)

    ELEC 555 is a clinical course designed to provide dental hygiene students with more clinical patient experiences when it is deemed that they have not had sufficient experiences during the usual clinical experience and/or wish to maintain clinical skills while taking other idactic courses. May be repeated up to 1 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: Special Permission Required
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Beth A Mobilian
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Beth A Mobilian

Endodontics
  

  • ENDO 201 - Essential Endodontics I (Lecture)


    Cr Hrs: 1 (9-0-0)

    This is a basic course in endodontic technique. This course runs concurrently with the Lab in Essential Endodontics I (ENDO 202). Although the major portion of the course covers clinical skills, diagnostic principles of the normal and irreversibly injured pulp will be introduced. Lecture material will cover clinical techniques, enabling the novice clinician to treat pulpal and periapical problems. Emphasis will be placed on contemporary root canal instrumentation and debridement, disinfection and obturation of the root canal space. Evaluation consists of quizzes and comprehensive integrated exams.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Adam Lloyd
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Jeffrey G Phebus
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: Antheunis Versluis


  

  • ENDO 202 - Essential Endodontics I (Lab)


    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-25-0)

    This is a fundamental laboratory course in endodontics that runs concurrently with the Lecture in Essential Endodontics I (ENDO 201). Students will be taught contemporary canal preparation techniques involving state-of-the-art nickel titanium rotary endodontic instruments, along with lateral compaction of thermo softened gutta-percha obturation. Universal precautions, essential for handling infectious agents encountered using extracted teeth, will be emphasized to model best practices. The use of rubber dam, indirect vision and posture is stressed throughout the course. Digital radiography will be used for the duration of the course. Patient vignettes are presented using the electronic health record (EHR) system and digital radiographs which students will interpret, testing application of diagnostic, critical thinking and application from case-based scenarios. Session grades are conferred by supervising faculty in 8 domains, scored using a grading rubric for technical quality. Competency is assessed using clinical exams demonstrating the student’s ability to perform endodontic treatment on a maxillary two-rooted premolar. Assessment is by two blinded examiners. Disagreement in scoring is referred to a third independent examiner; majority grade stands. Failure requires a remediation exercise, followed by a final attempt.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Adam Lloyd
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Jeffrey G Phebus
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: Daranee Versluis


  

  • ENDO 203 - Essential Endodontics II (Lecture)


    Cr Hrs: 1 (5-0-0)

    This course in endodontic technique builds on the foundational knowledge from the previous semester. This course runs concurrently with the Lab in Essential Endodontics II (ENDO 204). Emphasis will be placed on restoring teeth to adequate clinical function and the importance of the coronal restoration. Indications for the use of various core materials and the application of bonded fiber posts will be presented, with consideration given to the subsequent cuspal-coverage restoration. The importance of accurate clinical diagnosis will be highlighted as the biologic basis and foundation for endodontic treatment. Material science will provide evidence-based rationale for procedural techniques, reinforcing contemporary endodontics. Evaluation consists of quizzes and comprehensive integrated exams.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Adam Lloyd
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Jeffrey G Phebus
  

  • ENDO 204 - Essential Endodontics II (Lab)


    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-23-0)

    This is a preclinical lab in endodontics that furthers understanding of endodontic techniques, focusing on multi-rooted teeth. This course runs concurrently with the Lecture in Essential Endodontics II (ENDO 203). Students will be taught contemporary canal preparation techniques involving state-of-the-art nickel‑titanium rotary endodontic instruments using torque-controlled handpieces, irrigation for canal disinfection, obturation and restoration. Training will also be provided in restoring endodontically treated teeth to adequate clinical function. Teeth with significant tooth loss will be used to simulate the challenges in locating canals in multi-rooted systems, along with understanding material choices and application for maximum tooth longevity. Core materials and the creation of post-space, created during canal instrumentation, will be fundamental to restoration of the tooth prior to receiving cuspal protection and will form the foundation for posterior restorations. Session grades are conferred by supervising faculty in 8 domains, scored using a grading rubric for technical quality. Competency is assessed using clinical exams demonstrating the student’s ability to perform endodontic treatment on a maxillary two-rooted premolar. Assessment is by two blinded examiners. Disagreement in scoring is referred to a third independent examiner; majority grade stands.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Adam Lloyd
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Jeffrey G Phebus
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Adam Lloyd
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Jeffrey G Phebus
  

  • ENDO 301 - Clinical Endodontics


    Cr Hrs: 1 (9-0-0)

    The clinical lecture series in endodontics is designed to introduce the dental student to a multitude of endodontically-related conditions and their management. Dealing with pulpal and periapical pathoses and decision making based on tooth restorability will be an everyday practice throughout a dental career and the importance of making sound, ethical treatment choices, with best evidence, will be emphasized. The micro-circulatory system and mechanisms by which it is compromised will be presented, including microbiology, incomplete root development, periodontal relationships and the ability for pulp revascularization. Evaluation is by session quizzes and a final MCQ exam.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Jeffrey G Phebus
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Adam Lloyd
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: George Huang
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Spring - Additional Instructor 4: Josanne Mildred O’Dell


  

  • ENDO 302 - Endodontics Clinic I


    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-42)

    This course aims for students to attain minimal competency in performing clinical endodontics under the supervision of endodontists and group leaders. Student doctors are expected to critically interpret diagnostic information from a multitude of specialties and formulate a strategic treatment plan using all available best evidence. Management of the emergency patient, concurrent with rotations through ER, and problems arising from inter-appointment flare-ups are taught as they arise. Contemporary endodontic techniques are used to deliver patient care, with emphasis on restoring the tooth to function. Simulation exercises involving complete endodontic treatment are required every 90 days in the absence of any endodontic treatment. Assessment is by daily grade using a rubric with 8 domains and 3 sub-domains that include preparedness and knowledge of the case being treated, professional conduct and radiographic skills. Minimal experience levels are required for successful completion of this course.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Jeffrey G Phebus
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Adam Lloyd
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: Felicity Hope Shelton


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Adam Lloyd
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Felicity Hope Shelton
    Spring - Additional Instructor 4: Larry K Wells


  

  • ENDO 401 - Advanced Endodontics


    Cr Hrs: 1 (10-0-0)

    This course is designed to encourage critical thinking in clinical decision-making, management of complex and iatrogenic events and understanding the assessment of such treatment options. Advanced diagnostic aids, such as cone-beam computed tomography, are presented to provide the student with further evidence for a decision tree to assess best treatment outcomes. The relevance of implants in endodontic practice, dealing with dento-alveolar trauma in permanent dentition, establishing relationships for referral-based practice, endodontic surgery will also be discussed. Evaluation is by session quizzes and a final MCQ exam.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Jeffrey G Phebus
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Adam Lloyd
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: Larry K Wells


  

  • ENDO 402 - Endodontics Clinic II


    Cr Hrs: 2 (0-0-78)

    This clinical course requires critical thinking in determining the pulp and periapical diagnosis, a suitable treatment plan, with consideration given to the strategic goals of the oral health of the patient in a group-practice model, and execution of contemporary endodontic treatment and permanent coronal restoration. This clinical course is designed to give the student doctor experience in dealing with the diagnosis and treatment of pathology of the pulp and periradicular tissues. Basic and clinical sciences, including the biology of the normal pulp and supporting structures as well as pathologically involved tissues, are correlated with the clinical situation presented by actual patients. Included in this course are comprehensive clinical knowledge, experience, and skill in the control of pain originating from the pulp and/or periradicular tissues. Treatment rendered will include treatment of reversible pulpal pathology with a sedative, temporary as well as pulpotomy, pulpectomy, canal debridement, canal preparation, obturation of the pulp canal space, and choice of post and/or core material. A major emphasis will be placed upon the diagnostic skills necessary to diagnose pain of pulpal and/or periradicular origin, including differentiating this type of pain from referred pain. Part of the diagnosis and treatment plan experience will be determining when odontogenic and/or non-odontogenic cases should be referred to endodontists or other specialists, including medical specialists. Student doctors desiring additional experience in the Graduate Endodontic Clinic will have an opportunity to observe and/or treat cases involving surgical endodontics, implantation, re-implantation, and bleaching of both vital and endodontically treated teeth. Clinically, endodontic cases are not considered complete until an effective coronal seal has been established and a final restoration placed. Supervision is provided by endodontic faculty who confer session grades in 8 domains, with sub-domains that include preparedness and knowledge of the case being treated, professional conduct and radiographic skills. Simulation exercises involving complete endodontic treatment are required every 90 days in the absence of any endodontic treatment. Assessment is by daily grade, successful completion of the SRTA mock board examination, with final competency assessed by a clinical exam demonstrating the independent ability of a student doctor to successfully identify and diagnose a pulpally-involved tooth and to perform endodontic treatment of all systems and return the tooth to clinical function with a permanent restoration. Minimal experience levels are mandatory prior to beginning a clinical exam. Assessment is by two independent examiners; failure necessitates challenging the competency following independent remediation exercises.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Jeffrey G Phebus
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Adam Lloyd
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: Felicity Hope Shelton


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Josanne Mildred O’Dell
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Larry K Wells
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Felicity Hope Shelton
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Spring - Additional Instructor 4: Adam Lloyd



Epidemiology for Nursing
  

  • BION 712 - Principles of Epidemiology


    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0-0)

    This course offers the basic principles of epidemiology

    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Not currently offered



Family Medicine Clerkship
  

  • FME1 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Family Medicine


    Cr Hrs: 14 (0-0-40)

    The Family Medicine Clerkship is an eight-week clinical experience during which students participate in a unique breadth of patient care in the context of family and community. Students experience traditional office-based practice under the supervision of a community-based family physician preceptor. With the office practice as a base, the family physician serves all aspects of patient care involving both inpatient and outpatient settings, ranging from the hospital to the nursing home. Students are placed with family physicians that practice the full breadth of the discipline, including obstetrical care, whenever feasible. The department maintains a wide array of approved clinical training sites throughout the state of Tennessee and works closely with students to identify mutually agreeable clinical assignments. Student hardships will be considered in making the final assignment. The clerkship is a full-time learning experience, typically mirroring the family physician preceptor and including both weekend responsibilities and night call. Students have several written assignments to complete as well as assigned readings during the eight weeks. This clerkship is also offered in Knoxville (FME2-3001/F) and Chattanooga (FME3-3001/F). May be repeated up to 14 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis, Jackson
    Prerequisites: M1 & M2 CURRICULUM
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Tiggelaar, Sarah
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Tiggelaar, Sarah
  

  • FME2 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Family Medicine


    Cr Hrs: 14 (0-0-40)

    The Family Medicine Clerkship is an eight-week clinical experience during which students participate in a unique breadth of patient care in the context of family and community. Students experience traditional office-based practice under the supervision of a community-based family physician preceptor. With the office practice as a base, the family physician serves all aspects of patient care involving both inpatient and outpatient settings, ranging from the hospital to the nursing home. Students are placed with family physicians that practice the full breadth of the discipline, including obstetrical care, whenever feasible. The department maintains a wide array of approved clinical training sites throughout the state of Tennessee and works closely with students to identify mutually agreeable clinical assignments. Student hardships will be considered in making the final assignment. The clerkship is a full-time learning experience, typically mirroring the family physician preceptor and including both weekend responsibilities and night call. Students have several written assignments to complete as well as assigned readings during the eight weeks. This clerkship is also offered in Memphis (FME1-3001/F) and Chattanooga (FME3-3001/F). May be repeated up to 14 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 4
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Knoxville
    Prerequisites: M1 & M2 CURRICULUM
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Tiggelaar, Sarah
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Dabbs, William
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Tiggelaar, Sarah
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Dabbs, William
  

  • FME3 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Family Medicine


    Cr Hrs: 14 (0-0-40)

    The Family Medicine Clerkship is an eight-week clinical experience during which students participate in a unique breadth of patient care in the context of family and community. Students experience traditional office-based practice under the supervision of a community-based family physician preceptor. With the office practice as a base, the family physician serves all aspects of patient care involving both inpatient and outpatient settings, ranging from the hospital to the nursing home. Students are placed with family physicians that practice the full breadth of the discipline, including obstetrical care, whenever feasible. The department maintains a wide array of approved clinical training sites throughout the state of Tennessee and works closely with students to identify mutually agreeable clinical assignments. Student hardships will be considered in making the final assignment. The clerkship is a full-time learning experience, typically mirroring the family physician preceptor and including both weekend responsibilities and night call. Students have several written assignments to complete as well as assigned readings during the eight weeks. This clerkship is also offered in Knoxville (FME2-3001/F) and Memphis (FME1-3001/F). May be repeated up to 14 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 4
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Chattanooga
    Prerequisites: M1 & M2 CURRICULUM
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Tiggelaar, Sarah
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: J Mack Worthington
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Tiggelaar, Sarah
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: J Mack Worthington

Family Nurse Practitioner
  

  • FNP 800 - Advanced Family Nursing I


    Cr Hrs: 4 (4-0-0)

    This course is the first of two advanced practice nursing courses focusing on specialization, expansion, and advancement of research based knowledge and skills related to the advanced practice of nursing in primary care. Emphasis is on the development of a knowledge base necessary for clinical decision-making and the beginning definition of a model of practice with the family as the unit of service.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites:  PATN 605 - Advanced Pathology  , PHAN 830 - Advanced Pharmacology  , and NSG 824 - Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis   or permission by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
    Co-requisites: FNP 801 - Advanced Family Clinical Practice I  or permission by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs

    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Ragan N Johnson
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Nina Sublette
  

  • FNP 801 - Advanced Family Clinical Practice I


    Cr Hrs: 3 (0-0-3)

    This is the first in a series of advanced practice nursing courses designed to provide student experiences in the practice setting. Emphasis is on defining a nursing practice model with the family as the unit of service. The focus ranges from health promotion and disease/injury prevention to diagnosis and management of selected acute and chronic problems that commonly occur across the lifespan.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Prerequisites: PATN 605 - Advanced Pathology  , PHAN 830 - Advanced Pharmacology  , and NSG 824 - Advanced Health Assessment and Diagnosis  or permission by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
    Co-requisites: FNP 800 - Advanced Family Nursing I  or permission by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs

    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Stacy A Emerson
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Laura K Reed
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Ragan N Johnson
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Nina K Sublette
  

  • FNP 802 - Advanced Family Nursing II


    Cr Hrs: 4 (4-0-0)

    This course is the second in a series of advanced practice nursing courses preparing family nurse practitioners. It focuses on expansion and advancement of evidence-based knowledge and skills related to the advanced practice of nursing across the lifespan in primary care. Emphasis is on the continuing development of a knowledge base necessary for clinical decision-making and the beginning refinements of a model of practice with the family as the unit of service.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: FNP 800  or permission by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
    Co-requisites: FNP 803 - Advanced Family Clinical Practice II  or permission by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs

    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: JOHNSON, RAGAN N.
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Nina Sublette
  

  • FNP 803 - Advanced Family Clinical Practice II


    Cr Hrs: 3 (0-0-3)

    This is the second in a series of advanced practice nursing courses focusing on development of the advanced practice knowledge and skills required to provide primary care services to families. This clinical rotation includes management of common problems of children, common gynecological problems of women and selected chronic and self-limiting diseases of adults. Emphasis is on the continuing development and use of a knowledge base necessary for clinical decision making (based on critical thinking and diagnostic reasoning).

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 8
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Prerequisites: FNP 801  or permission by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
    Co-requisites: FNP 802 Advanced Family Nursing II  or permission by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs

    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Stacy A Emerson
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Laura Reed
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Ragan Johnson
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Nina Sublette
  

  • FNP 804 - Advanced Practice Practicum


    Cr Hrs: 4 (0-0-4)

    The practicum experience focuses on the refined development of role preparation as a Family Nurse Practitioner in a primary care setting. The practicum provides an immersion experience under the guidance and direction of an experienced practitioner. The Family Nurse Practitioner role is actualized through study and practice in the clinical discipline.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 8
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Prerequisites: FNP 801 Advanced Family Clinical Practice I , FNP 803 Advanced Family Clinical Practice II  or permission by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
    Term offered: Summer


    Summer - Instructor of Record: Laura K Reed
    Summer - Additional Instructor 1: Stacy A Emerson
    Summer - Additional Instructor 2: Nina K Sublette

  

  • FNP 806 - Integrated Behavioral Health Care


    Cr Hrs: 3 (3-0-0)

    This course guides the student in integration of behavioral health care in the primary care setting. Content focuses on the recognition and management of selected behavioral health problems that occur across the lifespan and commonly present in primary care settings. Neurophysiological, genomic, environmental/social, and developmental theories are presented to explain the etiology and presentation of common behavioral health conditions. Psychopharmacological and nonpharmacological principles and modalities for managing common behavioral health problems are included.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: NSG 824  PATN 605  PHAN 830  or permission by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Laura K. Melaro
  

  • FNP 807 - Management of Complex Health Problems


    Cr Hrs: 4 (2-0-2)

    This course focuses on care of patients and families coping with complex health problems. Emphasis centers on the management of unstable chronic conditions, co-morbidities, disability, and end-of-life care within the context of evidence-based and patient/family-centered practice. Strategies for optimizing interprofessional collaboration and facilitating patient transitions from home to acute and sub-acute settings are stressed.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture, Clinical
    Prerequisites: FNP 802  FNP 803  FNP 804  or permission by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Laura K Reed
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Ricketta Clark
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Laura Reed
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Ricketta Clark

Foreign trained - Oral Diagnosis
  

  • FBID 602 - Independent Study in Oral Diagnosis, Oral and Maxillofacial Radiology and Oral Medicine


    Cr Hrs: 11

    The course is designed to determine the competency level of the Faculty member in Oral Diagnosis. The candidate will demonstrate competence in oral diagnosis, treatment planning, exposure and interpretation of radiographs, and diagnosis and management of dental emergencies. Experience is obtained by treatment of patients in the Oral Diagnosis Clinic. Consideration is given to the participants’ background knowledge obtained through previous education and as demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if competency has been demonstrated at the level of a graduating student doctor of the College of Dentistry.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Seminar, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Marjorie A Woods
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Marjorie A Woods
  

  • FBID 604 - Independent Study in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology


    Cr Hrs: 6

    The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology. The candidate will demonstrate competence in the appropriate terminology and working concepts of the epidemiology, etiology, pathogenesis, clinical signs and symptoms, histology, radiographic appearance (if applicable), treatment, and prognosis of oral and maxillofacial lesions. Consideration is given to the participants’ background knowledge obtained through previous education and as demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate Oral and Maxillofacial Pathology program will be exempted from this course.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Seminar, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Kenneth M Anderson
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Kenneth M Anderson

Foreign trained - Endodontics
  

  • FEND 602 - Independent Study in Endodontics


    Cr Hrs: 8

    The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in endodontics. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a dental graduate. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or specialty certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate endodontics program will be exempt from the course requirements.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Adam Lloyd
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Adam Lloyd

Foreign trained - Oral and Maxiofacial Surgery
  

  • FOMS 602 - Independent Study in Oral and Maxillofacial Surgery


    Cr Hrs: 11

    The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in oral and maxillofacial surgery. Consideration is given to the participants’ background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate oral and maxillofacial surgery program will be exempted from this course.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Lawrence W Weeda
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Lawrence W Weeda

Foreign trained - Operative Dentistry
  

  • FOPE 602 - Independent Study in Operative Dentistry


    Cr Hrs: 17

    This is a course in which the student reviews the principles of operative dentistry. Diagnosis, treatment planning and technical procedures are covered.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lab, Seminar, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Janet A Harrison
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Janet A Harrison

Foreign trained - Orthodontics
  

  • FORT 602 - Independent Study in Orthodontics


    Cr Hrs: 4

    The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Orthodontics. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate orthodontics program will be exempted from this course.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lab, Seminar, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Terry Martin Trojan
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Terry Martin Trojan

Foreign trained - Pediatric Dentistry
  

  • FPDC 602 - Independent Study in Clinical Pediatric Dentistry


    Cr Hrs: 5

    This course provides the individual with the clinical experience necessary to manage the diagnostic, prevention and treatment needs of the pediatric patient. Emphasis is given to detailed case workup, analysis of dental problems, provision of preventive services and comprehensive dental treatment, management of behavior, and evaluation of post-treatment results. The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Pediatric Dentistry. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate pediatric dentistry program will be exempted from this course.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lab, Seminar, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Larry Dormois
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Larry Dormois

Foreign trained - Periodontology
  

  • FPER 602 - Independent Study in Periodontology


    Cr Hrs: 1 or 13

    This course provides the opportunity for an advanced placement student to demonstrate their clinical competency in the examination, diagnosis and treatment planning, periodontal instrumentation and disease control evaluation of chronic periodontitis patients. The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Periodontology. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate periodontics program will be exempted from this course. Patient care.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Paul S Bland
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Paul S Bland

Foreign trained - Prosthodontics
  

  • FPRO 602 - Independent Study in Removable Prosthodontics Dentistry


    Cr Hrs: 14

    This is a course in which the student reviews the principles of removable complete and partial prosthodontics. Diagnosis, treatment planning and technical procedures are covered along with the responsibilities of the dentist and laboratory technician. The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Prosthodontics. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate prosthodontic program will be exempted from this course.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lab, Seminar, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Russell A Wicks
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Russell A Wicks
  

  • FPRO 604 - Independent Study in Fixed Prosthodontics Dentistry


    Cr Hrs: 14

    This is a course in which the student reviews the principles of fixed prosthodontics. Diagnosis, treatment planning and technical procedures are covered along with the responsibilities of the dentist and laboratory technician. The course is designed to determine the competency level of the student in Prosthodontics. Consideration is given to the participant’s background knowledge obtained through previous education and demonstrated on standardized examinations. At the end of the course a passing grade will be given if clinical competency has been demonstrated at the level of a new graduating student doctor. Any applicant in this program who holds a degree or certificate from an ADA-accredited graduate prosthodontic program will be exempted from this course.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lab, Seminar, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Tom Korioth
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Tom Korioth

General Practice
  

  • GENP 230 - Basic Life Support (CPR)


    Cr Hrs: 1 (2-4-0)

    This cardiopulmonary resuscitation course is designed to certify the student in basic life support by the American Heart Association standards. Certification in Basic Life Support is required for the student to continue clinical treatment of patients.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Lynn Russell
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Mary A Aubertin
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Paul S Bland
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Beth Mobilian
  

  • GENP 307 - Evidence-Based Clinical Dentistry


    Cr Hrs: 2 (65 contact hours over 2 terms)

    This course is a continuation of the application of the principles of dentistry, to be discussed in a clinical environment, prior to subsequent treatment of patients. The purpose of the course is to provide the student with necessary skills in the application of evidence-based dentistry to the treatment of their patients in a comprehensive care environment. For D-3 students

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Seminar
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: William Howard Noyes
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Patricia P Dingeldein
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Frank T Dalton
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Bernard J Blen
    Spring - Instructor of Record: William Howard Noyes
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Patricia P Dingeldein
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Frank T Dalton
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Bernard J Blen
  

  • GENP 308 - Dental Jurisprudence


    Cr Hrs: 1 (14-0-0)

    This course is a study of the laws pertaining to the practice of dentistry in Tennessee and elsewhere. The legal aspects of the doctor patient relationship, contracts, and practice agreements are emphasized.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Glenn T Hart
  

  • GENP 309 - Introduction to Lasers in Dentistry


    Cr Hrs: 1 (10-0-0)

    GENP 309 is a lecture based course that presents essential concepts in laser dentistry, including, but not limited to laser safety, laser-tissue interaction, an introduction to several dental laser wavelengths, the healing nature of lasers and clinical examples in multiple specialties. The purpose of this course is to introduce the third year dental student to the basic principles of laser dentistry.  This includes basic laser science and laser safety so you don’t “shoot your eye out.”  This course will introduce you to various wavelengths, laser components and the most common procedures which can be completed predictably.  Understanding the fundamentals is essential to making a successful transition from traditional dentistry (high speeds and scalpels) to using lasers. This course may not be repeated unless failed.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 100
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Prerequisites: RESD 102, 104 & 105; PROS 226, 228; RESD 204, 206 & 209.
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Christopher J. Walinski
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Les H. Binkley
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Paul N. Gregory
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Melissa A. Marcheson
    Spring - Additional Instructor 4: Cesar A. Migliorati


  

  • GENP 330 - Professionalism and Practice Management (Clinical Practice)


    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-57)

    These courses involve applied principles of professionalism and practice management required in the care of clinical patients. Students will be evaluated each term by clinical Faculty and Group Practice Coordinators according to established criteria.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: John Douglas Seeberg
  

  • GENP 334 - CPR Recertification


    Cr Hrs: 1 (4-0-0)

    This cardiopulmonary resuscitation course is designed to continue certification of the student in basic life support as required by the American Heart Association standards. Certification in Basic Life Support is required for the student to continue treatment of patients.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Lynn Russell
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Mary A Aubertin
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Paul S Bland
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Beth Mobilian
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Lynn Russell
  

  • GENP 336 - Professionalism and Practice Management II (Clinical Practice)


    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-57) (Cr hrs initially listed as 3 in error)

    These courses involve applied principles of professionalism and practice management required in the care of clinical patients. Students will be evaluated each term by clinical Faculty and Group Practice Coordinators according to established criteria.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: John Douglas Seeberg
  

  • GENP 407 - Evidence-Based Clinical Dentistry


    Cr Hrs: 2 (65 contact hours over 2 terms)

    This course is a continuation of the application of the principles of dentistry, to be discussed in a clinical environment, prior to subsequent treatment of patients. The purpose of the course is to provide the student with necessary skills in the application of evidence-based dentistry to the treatment of their patients in a comprehensive care environment. For D-4 students

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Seminar
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall through Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: William Howard Noyes
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Patricia P Dingeldein
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Frank T Dalton
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Bernard J Blen
    Spring - Instructor of Record: William Howard Noyes
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Patricia P Dingeldein
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Frank T Dalton
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Bernard J Blen
  

  • GENP 409 - Advanced Treatment Planning


    Cr Hrs: 1 (11-0-0)

    This course is designed to prepare the senior dental student for more difficult or complex patient treatment planning. A multidisciplinary group of Faculty will present complex treatment cases/treatment considerations in a seminar format designed to encourage student participation. Emphasis will be placed on appropriate treatment options and sequencing.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Paul N Gregory
  

  • GENP 430 - Professionalism and Practice Management (Clinical Practice)


    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-57)

    These courses involve applied principles of professionalism and practice management required in the care of clinical patients. Students will be evaluated each term by clinical Faculty and Group Practice Coordinators according to established criteria.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: John Douglas Seeberg
    Spring - Instructor of Record: John Douglas Seeberg
  

  • GENP 432 - Professionalism and Practice Management II (Clinical Practice)


    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-0-57)

    This courses involves applied principles of professionalism and practice management required in the care of clinical patients. Students will be evaluated each term by clinical Faculty and Group Practice Coordinators according to established criteria.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: John Douglas Seeberg
  

  • GENP 434 - CPR Recertification II


    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-4-0)

    This cardiopulmonary resuscitation course is designed to continue certification of the student in basic life support as required by the American Heart Association standards. Certification in Basic Life Support is required for the senior student to continue treatment of patients.

    Grade Mode: Pass/Fail
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Location offered: Memphis
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Lynn Russell
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Mary A Aubertin
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Beth Mobilian
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Paul S Bland

Graduate Dental Science
  

  • PDSC 820 - Research Methods


    Cr Hrs: 1 (8-16-0)

    The course is composed of two sections. The biostatistics portion of this course introduces students to widely used methods for analysis of experimental and observational data with orientation toward statistical inference from dental research. The experimental design aspect of this course serves as an introduction to research, including methods for handling experimental data.    

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Seminar
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Mark Scarbecz
  

  • PDSC 821 - Dental Ethics


    Cr Hrs: 1 (0-32-0)

    Courses Online Dental Ethics (CODE) is a series of online courses in dental ethics and professionalism. The American College of Dentists developed and manages CODE and related resources at www.dentalethics.org. There are no registration fees or tuition and the American College of Dentists welcomes and encourages coordinated educational experiences in educational facilities. There are currently over 30 online ethics modules intended for all dental students and professionals. Sixteen of the modules identified as particularly relevant to postgraduate dental education and the specialty practice of dentistry will constitute this course.

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lab
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: David Richard Cagna
  

  • PDSC 822 - Oral Sciences I


    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    This course is designed to provide fundamental knowledge on the development, morphology, histology, neuroanatomy, circulation, and function of basic tissue, and dentofacial structures including the salivary glands, teeth, and the temporomandibular joint. The understanding of this science is essential: it lays the foundation for evidenced-based insight into the form and structure of the orofacial complex. This is a self-study course. Topic handouts are provided electronically for guidance. Reference to the highly recommended reading list is encouraged and advised.

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Mode of Delivery: Hybrid Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Judith W McGuire
  

  • PDSC 823 - Oral Sciences II


    Cr Hrs: 1 (22.5-0-0)

    This course is conducted by experts in the areas of biochemistry, microbiology, virology, inflammation and immunology, cell biology, pediatric dentistry, and oral biology. Included are lectures on classification, structure, and function of major periodontopathic bacteria, and virulence factors and pathogenesis of oral microbial diseases. Other microbiology topics include bacterial etiology of dental caries and the role of fluoride therapy, fungal diseases, herpes viruses, hepatitis, and HIV.  Host defense topics include inflammation, basic principles of immunology, immunologic mechanisms and cytokines in periodontitis and pulpitis, and the clinical significance of immunologic and other research techniques. Lectures in oral biology address the extracellular matrix and its role in maintenance of tissue function in health and oral diseases; wound healing and repair; bone and cartilage; TMJ pathology; stem cells, mesenchymal stem cell therapy, and oral tissue engineering; mechanisms of oral infection/ cariology; saliva and its role in oral health maintenance; pulp biology and pathology; pain management in dental practice; and oral cancer/tumor markers. Additionally, information on the expanded knowledge of physiologic and biochemical principles involved in oral function are covered. Topics are selected to develop an appreciation of the oral cavity and its associated structures as an integral part of a larger functional unit.    

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Seminar
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Mustafa K Dabbous, David A Tipton
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Jegdish P Babu
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Edwin L Thomas
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: James Patrick Ryan
    Spring - Additional Instructor 4: Lorraine Albritton


  

  • PDSC 824 - Biomechanics & Biomaterials


    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    Metals, polymers, and ceramics are ubiquitous throughout the various dental disciplines. Providing a high quality of oral healthcare requires basic understanding of the physical response of these materials. To stay informed and exploit contemporary and emerging insights, dental professionals must stay current with the biomaterials literature. The purpose of this course is to gain experience in the critical reading and evaluation of the biomaterials literature. Students will learn basic biomechanical and biomaterial concepts and research techniques, while practicing critical evaluations of the dental literature using selected publications relevant to dentistry and research methodology. After completion of this course, a student should be able to successfully evaluate scientific investigations of dental materials and translate this knowledge to their clinical training with the ultimate goal of improving patient treatment and care.

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Seminar
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Antheunis Versluis
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Daranee Versluis
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: James F Simon
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Franklin Garcia-Godoy
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: James C Ragain Jr


  

  • PDSC 825 - Clinical Head and Neck Anatomy


    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    This course presents a detailed review of anatomic structures fundamental to dental specialty training.  It stresses functional (rather than architectural) relationships as they relate to growth, development, and clinical treatment.  Participants review standard texts of anatomy, radiology, and other professional literature in order to support specialty-specific questions/topics.  Instructor will guide discussion, add information, and present illustrative clinical case(s), sample corollaries, and questions. Representatives from each dental specialty will present topical cases complete with literature citations, clinical correlates, and imagery.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Seminar
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Judith W McGuire
  

  • PDSC 826 - Advanced Dental Applied Pharmacology


    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0-0)

    This course is designed to teach dental postgraduate students how to integrate current knowledge of pharmacology into their clinical specialties (i.e., periodontics, prosthodontics, pediatric dentistry, endodontics, and orthodontics). A wide range of drug classifications pertinent to specialty-level dental therapy are addressed. Issues of age-related alterations in pharmacodynamics, the problems of poly-pharmacy, and important drug-drug interactions are illustrated and discussed. The course incorporates self-study through an online instructional instrument and correlative seminar sessions devoted to evidence-based literature reviews covering topics of particular interest to dental specialists. The course is limited to postgraduate dental students currently enrolled in dental residency programs. Participants are expected to already have a basic understanding of pharmacology and pharmacokinetics.

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Trevor W Sweatman
  

  • PDSC 827 - Oral Diagnostics and Oral Medicine


    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0-0)

    This course covers basic concepts of the various oral diagnostic disciplines and adds current concepts of oral medicine and patient management of common oral and maxillofacial diseases.

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Seminar
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into a postgraduate dental program
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Duane Schafer
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Cesar A. Migliorati
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Werner Harumiti Shintaku

Graduate Endodontics
  

  • PEND 800 - MDS (Endodontics) Research & Manuscript


    Cr Hrs: 1-4

    This course provides postgraduate students with the experience of engaging in research in dental and related sciences, and to pursue a Masters of Dental Science (MDS) degree in the UTHSC College of Graduate Health Sciences. In this course, students will work on individual research projects under the supervision of an individual advisor experienced in research methodologies and scientific writing. Students will work on the inception, implementation, and submission for publication of a research project with an individual advisor.  Student activities include library research, writing a literature review, developing a research protocol, hands-on research, gathering and analyzing data, interpreting experimental results, developing conclusions, and publishing outcomes. Submission for publication of the original research is required. The research requirements for the MDS degree can be completed in the two years that focus on clinical training, however additional time off campus and a ‘delayed graduation’ should be expected. This course can be repeated up to 6 times for a total of 24 credit hours.  May be repeated up to 24 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Research
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Adam Lloyd
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Melissa Andreia Marchesan
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Adam Lloyd
  

  • PEND 810 - Classic Endodontic Literature Review


    Cr Hrs: 4 (64-0-0)

    Continuous weekly seminars devoted to review of classic endodontic and related literature and discussion of research methods. For each topic, a series of textbook chapters and review articles have been identified. This background information is meant to give the student an overview understanding of the topic. Selected classic and contemporary articles in a particular topic are assigned, carefully reviewed, analyzed, abstracted and presented to fellow students. During the first week of the program, there is a particular emphasis on student learning to critically read and evaluate articles and assess their scientific and/or clinical contribution supporting endodontic principles and practice. Throughout the remainder of the training program, every effort is made to integrate the present and future status of the specialty of endodontics with a sound understanding of its historical background. Resident’s recall and perspective are assessed as they relate classic and new literature to the evolving clinical practice of the specialty. The scope and effectiveness of the post-graduate student’s instruction in this area is thorough. May be repeated up to 24 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Seminar
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Adam Lloyd
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Adam Lloyd
  

  • PEND 811 - Contemporary Evidence-Based Endodontic Journal Club


    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0-0)

    Ongoing review of current, pertinent, professional literature is fundamental to the successful practice of endodontics. The assessment of current literature for its evidence-based value is critical. This course has a basic journal club format, and involves surveying major dental periodicals to identify important articles, reviewing those articles, and discussing each article in an open face to face format. Journal Club provides a mechanism for surveying dental periodicals with high impact factors to identify important articles, reviewing those articles, and discussing each article in an open seminar format. May be repeated up to 12 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Seminar
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Melissa A. Marcheson
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Melissa A. Marchesan

Graduate Orthodontics
  

  • PORT 800 - MDS (Orthodontics) Research & Manuscript


    Cr Hrs: 1-9

    This course provides postgraduate students with the experience of engaging in research in dental and related sciences, and the opportunity to pursue a Masters of Dental Science (MDS) degree in the UTHSC College of Graduate Health Sciences. Involvement in this course is arranged to meet individual student needs. Time commitment will average a minimum of 4-hours per week during each semester of pursuit. Students work with advisors experienced in research methodology and scientific writing. Research mentorship is provided by faculty members gathered to satisfy the needs of the student and the research project being pursued. Student activities include topic-specific review of literature, research protocol development, hands-on research, data acquisition, statistical analysis and interpretation of experimental results, drawing conclusions, and publication of outcomes. Public defense of the research effort and submission of a manuscript to a professional journal in accordance with regulations established by the College of Graduate Health Sciences are required. Research, public defense, and manuscript submission accomplished during this course are in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Dental Science degree awarded by the UTHSC, College of Graduate Health Sciences. May be repeated up to 54 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Research
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Postgraduate Orthodontic Program
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Ayman Abdul Al Dayeh
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Ayman Abdul Al Dayeh
  

  • PORT 810 - Classic Orthodontic Literature Seminar


    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0-0)

    This course is a companion to clinical training in orthodontics and involves faculty and student evaluations of historically significant orthodontic literature. Key historical literature based on reading lists compiled by the American Association of Orthodontists, the American Board of Orthodontics and the faculty is presented in Lecture by the graduate students. The students are also exposed to the historical development of orthodontics, additional treatment philosophies by through guest speakers and relevant new developments in treatment. Students in the Advanced Orthodontic Program participate in this seminar each semester of their three-year residency. May be repeated up to 12 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Seminar
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Postgraduate Orthodontic Program
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Edward F Harris
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Terry Martin Trojan
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Edward F Harris
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Terry Martin Trojan
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh
  

  • PORT 811 - Contemporary Evidence-Based Orthodontic Journal Club


    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0-0)

    This course is a companion to clinical training in orthodontics and involves faculty and student evaluations of contemporary orthodontic literature. Current research articles in the key journals in orthodontics are reviewed as they are published. The assessment of current literature for its evidence-based value is critical. Journal Club provides a mechanism for surveying major orthodontic periodicals to identify important articles, reviewing those articles and discussing each article in an open seminar format. Students in the Advanced Orthodontic Program participate in this seminar each term of their three-year residency. May be repeated up to 12 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Seminar
    Prerequisites: Acceptance into the Postgraduate Orthodontic Program
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Nathan Reed Hamman
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Edward F Harris
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Terry Martin Trojan
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Nathan Reed Hamman
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Edward F Harris
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Terry Martin Trojan
  

  • PORT 820 - Radiology and Cephalometrics


    Cr Hrs: 2 (20-24-0)

    This course provides a thorough understanding of craniofacial radiographic techniques with emphasis on cephalometric roentgenography. The course is designed to acquaint the student with the use of radiographs, radiation hygiene, radiographic evidence of pathology, and cephalometric techniques to assure proficiency in technical skills and in interpretation as needed for diagnostic procedures. This course consists of lecture and laboratory instruction.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab, Seminar
    Prerequisites: Admission to either the postgraduate Orthodontics or Pediatric Dentistry program
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Terry Martin Trojan
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh
  

  • PORT 840 - Special Topics in Orthodontics


    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    Directed readings or supervised webinars in topics of current interest. The student will select a specific topic. Approval must be obtained from the student’s advisor and course instructor prior to enrollment.  

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Research
    Prerequisites: Recommendation and approval of Program Director
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Terry Martin Trojan
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Terry Martin Trojan
  

  • PORT 850 - Craniofacial Growth


    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0-0)

    This course provides an overview of the events of human growth and the analytic approaches used to study growth, particularly from birth to adulthood. Discussions center around the nature of growth, mechanisms of growth, general body development, and genetic and environmental influences on growth. Emphasis is given to the head and neck region Topics in growth malformations and dysplasias are presented. The etiology, presentation, differential diagnosis, and orthodontic treatment of comparatively common pharyngeal arch syndromes and sequences are described, with extended discussion of cleft lip and palate.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontics or Pediatric Dentistry Program
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Ayman AlDayeh
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Edward F Harris
  

  • PORT 855 - TMD and Occlusal Concepts


    Cr Hrs: 1 (12-8-0)

    Orthodontic treatment has many ramifications for the stomatognathic system.  The temporomandibular joint depends on proper occlusion for health and function.  This course requires the student to read the appropriate literature, understand the intricacies of the interrelationship of the occlusion and the TMJ, and apply these principles in the correction of orthodontic malocclusion.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Lab, Clinical
    Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontic Program
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Joe L Wasson
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Joe L Wasson
  

  • PORT 860 - Craniofacial Anomalies


    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    The orthodontic graduate student must be trained to deal with and to competently treat patients who present with various skeletal and dental anomalies. This course’s purpose is to cover the literature on the various syndromes and developmental anomalies that affect the teeth and the face. With emphasis on the interdisciplinary care required during the treatment of such anomalies, visiting lecturers from across the spectrum of healthcare delivery address the class and explain the intricacies of dealing with these problems from the perspective of their respective specialty.

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontics or Pediatric Dentistry Program
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: William G Parris
  

  • PORT 865 - Orthodontic History and Ethics


    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    This course is an introduction to the history of the development of the specialty of orthodontics, with an emphasis on the personalities involved in the development and evolution of the specialty.  Ethical dilemmas in orthodontics are discussed and studied with relevance to contemporary legal and ethical considerations.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontics Program
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: David H Crowder
  

  • PORT 870 - Biomechanical Principles


    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    This course is a comprehensive survey of biomechanical principles utilizing Newtonian Mechanics to define the interplay between forces applied by fixed and removable orthodontic appliances and the resulting movement of teeth. The course is offered in odd calendar years to first and second year students.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontics Program
    Term offered: Spring term of odd calendar years


    Spring - Instructor of Record: David H Crowder
  

  • PORT 875 - Scientific Writing and MDS Research Protocol


    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    The theory and practice of writing a scientifically based manuscript are presented. The purpose, structure, and style of all the parts of a manuscript are described. The practical application of this series of lectures is the development of the student’s MDS manuscript. The theory and practice of preparing a sound protocol preparatory to MDS-level research is discussed in detail. Various research designs are discussed. Additionally, style and content of a grant proposal are reviewed. May be repeated up to 2 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Seminar
    Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate Orthodontics Program
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Edward F Harris
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Edward F Harris
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh
  

  • PORT 880 - Speech and Myofunctional Therapy


    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    The objective of this course is to provide an understanding of speech development and production and diagnostics and therapeutic interventions for speech-related disorders, primarily in children. Attention will be directed toward detailed definition, description, evaluation, and treatment, providing an overall understanding of the profession and available services; thereby, enhancing the process of collaboration between the professions of dentistry, orthodontics and speech-language pathology.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: Enrollment in the postgraduate program
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Carren E Mills
  

  • PORT 885 - Surgical Correction of Dentofacial Deformities


    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    This course is designed to provide a basic understanding of options available to patients who require surgical correction of significant dentofacial deformities. Attention will be directed towards the surgical diagnosis of such patients and review of the common surgical procedures required to treat these patients.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: Completion of the first year of the postgraduate Orthodontics Program
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: James Mintzer Christian
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Terry Martin Trojan

Graduate Periodontics
  

  • PPER 800 - MDS (Periodontology) Research & Manuscript


    Cr Hrs: 1-9

    This course provides postgraduate students with the experience of engaging in research in dental and related sciences, and to pursue a Masters of Dental Science (MDS) degree in the UTHSC College of Graduate Health Sciences. Involvement in this course is arranged to meet individual student needs. Time commitment will average 4-hours per week during each semester of pursuit. Students work with advisors experienced in research methodology and scientific writing. Research mentorship is provided by faculty members gathered to satisfy the needs of the student and the research project being pursued. Student activities include topic-specific review of literature, research protocol development, hands-on research, data acquisition, statistical analysis and interpretation of experimental results, drawing conclusions, and publication of outcomes. Public defense of the research effort and submission of a manuscript to a professional journal in accordance with regulation established by the College of Graduate Health Sciences are required. Research, public defense, and manuscript submission accomplished during this course are in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Dental Science degree awarded by the UTHSC, College of Graduate Health Sciences. May be repeated up to 54 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Prerequisites: PPER 814 Research in Periodontal Pathobiology  
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Sidney H Stein
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Sidney H Stein
  

  • PPER 810 - Classic Periodontology Literature Review


    Cr Hrs: 4 (64-0-0)

    This seminar is conducted regularly throughout the first two years of the residency program under the direction of the postgraduate periodontics staff. The purpose of this seminar is exposure to classic and current concepts in various subject areas, as well as written and verbal evaluation of the literature reviewed. May be repeated up to 24 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Seminar
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rania Livada
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Paul S. Bland
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Jacob Shiloah
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Martyn S. Green
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: Sidney H. Stein


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Sidney H. Stein
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Paul S. Bland
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Jacob Shiloah
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Anastasios Karydis
  

  • PPER 811 - Contemporary Evidence-Based Periodontology Journal Club


    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0-0)

    This seminar is conducted regularly throughout the three year residency period. Major journals devoted to periodontics are reviewed selectively. Selected articles are also reviewed from other major journals. The purpose of this seminar is to provide experience in reading, abstracting and evaluating the most recently published ideas and concepts in the field of periodontics. May be repeated up to 12 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Seminar
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Martyn S Green
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Anastasios Karydis
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Paul Bland
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Rania Livada
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Mohammad Najib Ghadri
    Spring - Additional Instructor 4: Sidney Stain


  

  • PPER 812 - Conscious Sedation in Dentistry


    Cr Hrs: 4 (64-0-0)

    This course aims to provide periodontal residents with the knowledge and clinical skills to: a) Provide minimal sedation with the use of oral medications and/or nitrous oxide, to alleviate anxiety and control pain without inducing detrimental physiological or psychological side effects. b) Select and safely administer effective intravenous moderate conscious sedation in an outpatient dental setting.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Paul Bland
  

  • PPER 814 - Research in Periodontal Pathobiology


    Cr Hrs: 3 (48-0-0)

    This course will provide each first-year periodontal resident with the opportunity to engage in periodontally related research for 3 hours per week during the summer/fall semester. Student activities will include the following: critical verbal and written evaluation of research paradigms derived from the periodontal literature; development of appropriate strategies for performing thematic literature searches using on-line sources; and composing and critiquing a research protocol.  Direction for future research, as well as ongoing projects, will be discussed. 

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Seminar
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Sidney H Stein
  

  • PPER 815 - Orthodontics-Periodontics Seminar


    Cr Hrs: 1 (16-0-0)

    This seminar course is conducted by members of the Orthodontics and Periodontology faculties. Included are lectures on the interrelationships of orthodontic and periodontic approaches to common treatment situations. Emphasis is placed on the basic science mechanisms underlying periodontic and orthodontic therapies. Selected literature of common interest to the students of Orthodontics and Periodontics is reviewed. Graduate students present cases for diagnosis and treatment planning as well as cases treated in an interdisciplinary manner. The purpose of this seminar is to encourage greater interaction and understanding between orthodontist and periodontist, including the identification of patients to be treated jointly by graduate students in orthodontics and periodontics.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Lecture, Seminar
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Ayman Abdul Hamid Al Dayeh
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Martyn S. Green

Graduate Prosthodontics
  

  • PPRO 800 - MDS (Prosthodontics) Research & Manuscript


    Cr Hrs: 1-9

    This course provides postgraduate students with the experience of engaging in research in dental and related sciences, and to pursue a Masters of Dental Science (MDS) degree in the UTHSC College of Graduate Health Sciences. Involvement in this course is arranged to meet individual student needs. Students work with advisors experienced in research methodology and scientific writing. Research mentorship is provided by faculty members gathered to satisfy the needs of the student and the research project being pursued. Student activities include topic-specific review of literature, research protocol development, hands-on research, data acquisition, statistical analysis and interpretation of experimental results, drawing conclusions, and publication of outcomes. Public defense of the research effort and submission of a manuscript to a professional journal in accordance with regulation established by the College of Graduate Health Sciences are required. Research, public defense, and manuscript submission accomplished during this course are in partial fulfillment of the requirements for the Master of Dental Science degree awarded by the UTHSC, College of Graduate Health Sciences. May be repeated up to 54 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Prerequisites: Acceptance in Postgrad Prosthodontics Program
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow
  

  • PPRO 810 - Classic Prosthodontic Literature Review


    Cr Hrs: 3 (48-0-0)

    This seminar provides exposure to historically relevant, scientific literature in various subject areas associated with prosthodontics and related sciences. Periodic and critical abstracting of this literature is accomplished by seminar attendees in order to maintain a database of condensed, topic-oriented summaries. Students in the Advanced Prosthodontic Program participate in this seminar each semester of their three-year residency. Twenty-four broad topics pertinent to prosthodontics are covered on a rotational basis over a three-year period. Eight topics are covered during each year of the students’ three-year residency program. Seminars are led by the Assistant Director of the Advanced Prosthodontic Program. Other members of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center faculty are invited to participate when their expertise on the seminar topic is considered beneficial to the learning experience.   May be repeated up to 18 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: Standard
    Instructional Method: Seminar
    Prerequisites: Acceptance in Postgrad Prosthodontics Program
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: David Richard Cagna
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Gregory J Paprocki
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Russell A Wicks
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: David Richard Cagna
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Gregory J Paprocki
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Russell A Wicks
  

  • PPRO 811 - Contemporary Evidence-Based Prosthodontics Journal Club


    Cr Hrs: 2 (32-0-0)

    This seminar provides exposure to historically relevant, scientific literature in various subject areas associated with prosthodontics and related sciences. Periodic and critical abstracting of this literature is accomplished by seminar attendees in order to maintain a database of condensed, topic-oriented summaries. Students in the Advanced Prosthodontic Program participate in this seminar each semester of their three-year residency. Twenty-four broad topics pertinent to prosthodontics are covered on a rotational basis over a three-year period. Eight topics are covered during each year of the students’ three-year residency program. Seminars are led by the Assistant Director of the Advanced Prosthodontic Program. Other members of the University of Tennessee Health Science Center faculty are invited to participate when their expertise on the seminar topic is considered beneficial to the learning experience. May be repeated up to 12 credit hours.

    Grade Mode: P/N
    Instructional Method: Seminar
    Prerequisites: Acceptance in Postgrad Prosthodontics Program
    Term offered: Fall, Spring


    Fall - Instructor of Record: David Richard Cagna
    Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Gregory J Paprocki
    Fall - Additional Instructor 2: Russell A Wicks
    Fall - Additional Instructor 3: Tom V. Korioth
    Fall - Additional Instructor 4: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow


    Spring - Instructor of Record: David Richard Cagna
    Spring - Additional Instructor 1: Gregory J Paprocki
    Spring - Additional Instructor 2: Russell A Wicks
    Spring - Additional Instructor 3: Tom V. Korioth
    Spring - Additional Instructor 4: Pradeep Chitra Adatrow



Health Informatics and Information Management
  

  • HIM 511 - Health Information Science I


    Cr Hrs: 3

    Introduction to the field of health information management, including history of patient records, and functions of a health information/medical record department. In-depth study of components, development and use of the record and flow of patient information through the facility; design of forms and computer views; Survey of related systems for other health facilities included.    

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rebecca B Reynolds
  

  • HIM 513 - Organization and Administration I


    Cr Hrs: 3

    Application of principles of organization, administration, supervision, and human relations to the health information/medical record department. Includes utilization of financial and physical resources, financial management of health care facilities, development of systems, procedures, services, and equipment; controlling quality of departmental functions, and professional ethics.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Marcia Y Sharp
  

  • HIM 515 - Directed Experience I


    Cr Hrs: 2 (0-40-0)

    Directed practical experience in information management procedures, management of personnel, and interdepartmental relationships in health care facilities.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Prerequisites: Prerequisite or co-requisite courses: HIM 511 Health Information Science I , and HIM 513 Organization and Administration I .
    Term offered: Fall, Spring, Summer


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rebecca B Reynolds
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Rebecca B Reynolds
  

  • HIM 521 - Health Information Science II


    Cr Hrs: 3

    Principles of coding and classification with in-depth coverage of the International Classification of Diseases, Clinical Modification, 10th Edition (ICD-10-CM/PCS) and Current Procedural Terminology/Healthcare Common Procedure Coding System (CPT/HCPCS). Coverage is also included on encoders, ethical coding, and managing the coding function.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: HIM 511 Health Information Science I , and HIM 550 Clinical Foundations of Health Information Management  
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Elizabeth Davis Bowman
  

  • HIM 523 - Organization and Administration II


    Cr Hrs: 3

    Includes an in-depth study of quality and performance improvement methodologies both in clinical and administrative settings. Includes use of clinical information in quality, utilization management, case management, risk management, and peer review activities.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Prerequisites: HIM 511 Health Information Science I  
    Term offered: Spring


    Spring - Instructor of Record: Stacy Jowers Dorris
  

  • HIM 525 - Directed Experience II


    Cr Hrs: 2 (0-30-0)

    This course provides the students with an opportunity to complete management projects in local health facilities, and to gain knowledge of alternative health care facilities through simulation and assignments.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25
    Instructional Method: Lab
    Prerequisites: HIM 515 Directed Experience I  and HIM 521 Health Information Science II  
    Term offered: Fall, Spring, Summer


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rebecca B Reynolds
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Rebecca B Reynolds
  
  

  • HIM 537 - Management Affiliation


    Cr Hrs: 3 (0-0-160)

    The management affiliation is the capstone course in the preparation of a competent entry-level health information administrator. The purpose of the management affiliation is to provide a structured field work experience in health informatics and information management. Students complete an on-site management assignment as an intern in a healthcare facility. Student will gain experience in activities and responsibilities of department directors and other HIIM roles. This experience allows the student to synthesize all that has been learned in the professional curriculum and serves to integrate the knowledge, behaviors, and professional attributes acquired throughout the curriculum and to refine the skills needed for successful HIIM practice.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25
    Instructional Method: Clinical
    Prerequisites: All of the required HIM 500 level courses. Permission of program director.
    Co-requisites: All of the required HIM 500 level courses.

    Term offered: Fall, Spring, Summer


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Rebecca B Reynolds
    Spring - Instructor of Record: Rebecca B Reynolds
  

  • HIM 541 - Health Information Technology and Systems


    Cr Hrs: 3

    A review of information systems, the evolution and implementation of the electronic health record, including the necessary supporting information and technology infrastructure; and the application of new techniques to the handling of information in patient care situations.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Seth Micah Johnson
  

  • HIM 550 - Clinical Foundations of Health Information Management


    Cr Hrs: 3

    Study of pathophysiology and pharmacology as utilized in health information management practice. Covers disease processes of all body systems.

    Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 25
    Mode of Delivery: Online Instructional Method: Lecture
    Term offered: Fall


    Fall - Instructor of Record: Elizabeth Davis Bowman
 

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