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2018-2019 Academic Bulletin (Catalog) (Jan 2019 Ed) 
    
2018-2019 Academic Bulletin (Catalog) (Jan 2019 Ed) [ARCHIVED CATALOG]

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PAT 45010 - Anatomic and Clinical Pathology


Cr Hrs: 3, 6
Session Length: 2 and 4 weeks

This is a face to face clinical rotation receiving 3 or 6 credit hours. The student should function with increased autonomy in patient care and must demonstrate competency in several of the Entrustable Professional Activities required for graduation. This is a face to face clinical rotation receiving 3 or 6 credit hours. The student(s) will be involved with both the gross and microscopic aspects of surgical and/or autopsy pathology. Correlation of gross, histopathologic, and cytopathologic (when applicable) findings with the clinical presentation of the patient, as well as the pathophysiologic mechanisms involved, will be emphasized. The student(s), along with the residents and staff members, will participate in conferences, and suggested readings will be provided during the rotation. Students may also participate in autopsy as well as clinical pathology services. Each student will be asked to present a brief case conference at the end of the rotation.

Grade Mode: Standard
Max per section: 1
Instructional Method: Clinical-Elective
Location offered: Memphis
Hospital: Methodist University Hospital; students may rotate to VA Medical center, Memphis, , St. Jude, and Regional Forensic Center for conferences
Prerequisites: Completion of 5 CORE Clerkships

Term offered: Spring/Fall

Fall - Instructor of Record: Lauren King - lcooper8@uthsc.edu
Spring - Instructor of Record: Lauren King - lcooper8@uthsc.edu
Course Coordinator: Lauren King, MD - lcooper8@uthsc.edu - 901-448-6436

Prior Authorization: Yes
Blocks Not Offered: 11 and 12
Off-cycle timing allowed: Negotiable
Deadline for Excused Absence: Thirty days before start of elective/rotation
Deadline for Cancellation: Thirty days before start of elective/rotation
Overnight Call and/or Float: No
Time off for interviews: Yes: Students may be allowed some time off provided they contact the administrator at least 4 weeks prior to the onset of the rotation.



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