OBG1 4020/F - Gynecologic-Oncology

Cr Hrs: 7
Session Length: 4 weeks

PD

This is a face-to-face clinical rotation receiving 7 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 4 week elective will allow the student to become more familiar with Gynecologic Oncology topics, surgical and medical treatment, as well as examine several gynecologic cancers with a review of the literature. The student will attend daily rounds, actively participate in surgery and clinic, and be responsible for approximately 10 patients per week. There will be supervision by a Gynecologic Oncology Attending and/or Residents. The student will also attend Gynecologic Oncology Conferences (2nd and 4th Thursday PM and 1st and 3rd Friday AM).

Grade Mode: Standard
Max per section: 1
Instructional Method: Clinical-Elective
Location offered: Memphis
Hospital: Methodist Germantown Hospital and Baptist Women’s Hospital
Prerequisites: Completion of 5 CORE Clerkships inclusive of (OBG1-3001/F or OBG2-3001/F or OBG3-3001/F)

Term offered: Fall, Spring

Fall - Instructor of Record: Linda Smiley - lsmiley@westclinic.com
Spring - Instructor of Record: Linda Smiley - lsmiley@westclinic.com
Course Coordinator: Martha Velez - mvelez@uthsc.edu - 901-448-5859

Website: http://www.uthsc.edu/obgyn/clerkship/electives.php
Prior Authorization: Yes - Contact Dr. Knanna for approval pkhanna1@uthsc.edu.
Blocks Not Offered: 5
Off-cycle timing allowed: No
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-For 4 week rotations only, students may be allowed some time off provided they contact the administrator at least 4 weeks prior to the onset of the rotation.