OBG 45060 - Obstetrics

Cr Hrs: 6
Session Length: 4 weeks

This is a face to face clinical rotation receiving 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. The student will be expected to be involved in all aspects of patient care from admission to discharge including involvement in any necessary procedures. The student will also be required to become proficient in the medical records, documenting patient encounters in a timely manner. The student will have some responsibility for a minimum of 20 patients per week with the opportunity to see many more based on skill and interest level. There will be daily teaching rounds on Labor and Delivery for board sign-out. The student will also be expected to attend obstetrical simulation conference prior to completion of the rotation. The student will also attend the monthly meeting of the hospital perinatal committee.

Grade Mode: Standard

Instructional Method: Clinical-Elective
Location offered: Nashville
Hospital: St. Thomas Midtown Hospital
Prerequisites: Completion of 5 CORE Clerkships inclusive of OBG-30000 or FME-30000

Term offered: Fall, Spring

Fall - Instructor of Record: Georgia Ferrell - georgia.ferrell@ascension.org
Spring - Instructor of Record: Georgia Ferrell - georgia.ferrell@ascension.org
Course Coordinator: Pamela Underwood - pamela.underwood@ascension.org - 615-284-3292

Prior Authorization: Yes
Blocks Not Offered: 2, 3, 4, 5, and 6
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-Students may be allowed some time off provided they contact the Clerkship Director at least 4 weeks prior to the onset of the rotation.