PAS 524 - Geriatrics

Cr Hrs: 1 (15-0-0)
This course offers a systematic study of the epidemiology, presentation, differential diagnosis, diagnosis, and management of geriatric disease processes essential to primary care practice based on the most current test blueprint and disease list published by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants for the Physician Assistant National Certifying Exam. Students will be introduced to physiatry and the important role it plays in the recovery of older patients.

Grade Mode: Standard

Instructional Method: Lecture
Location offered: Memphis
Prerequisites: Special Permission Required (must be enrolled in PA Program)

Term offered: Fall

Fall - Instructor of Record: Leigh Anne Pickup
Fall - Additional Instructor 1: Kristopher Maday