OBG1 3001/F - Core Clerkship in Obstetrics and Gynecology

Cr Hrs: 14 50

This required eight- week clerkship is designed to familiarize the student with female pelvic anatomy and the normal menstrual cycle. In addition, obstetric and gynecologic history taking and pelvic examination are taught, along with the normal physiology of pregnancy and care of the normal pregnant woman through the antepartum, intrapartum, and postpartum course. Basic complications of pregnancy are covered, as well as specific diseases as related to pregnancy outcome. The gynecologic portion of the clerkship focuses on basic diseases which occur in the female pelvis, including infection, endometriosis, and cancer. This clerkship also is offered in Knoxville (OBG2-3001/F) and Chattanooga (OBG3-3001/F). May be repeated up to 14 credit hours.
Grade Mode: Standard Max per section: 24
Instructional Method: Clinical rotation
Location offered: Memphis
Prerequisites: M1 & M2 CURRICULUM
Term offered: Fall, Spring

Instructor of Record, Fall: Roberto Levi-D’Ancona
Instructor of Record, Spring: Roberto Levi-D’Ancona