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Dec 11, 2024
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OPH 40100 - Junior Internship in Ophthalmology
Cr Hrs: 6 Session Length: 4 weeks
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This is a 6 credit hour clinical rotation involving outpatient ophthalmology clinical experiences, inpatient ophthalmic consultations at three tertiary care hospitals, and ophthalmic surgical encounters (outpatient, inpatient, emergency, and elective). The student will demonstrate increased autonomy and ability to function as an intern under the supervision of senior residents and attendings in the following settings: comprehensive and subspecialty ophthalmology services at the Hamilton Eye Institute, Regional One, Methodist University Hospital, Le Bonheur, and University Clinical Health. The student is ecpected to become skilled in ocular examination, to assist in the evaliation of outpatients, to participate in rounds, to assist and observe surgical cases, to attend all resident didactics and conferences, and participate in all required evaluation processes (including peer review). Interactive media and assigned readings will supplement didactic and clinical experiential learning. They will gain experience and knowledge of the medical and surgical management of ophthalmic diseases.
Repeatability (The maximum credit hours a student may have for this course.): 8
Grade Mode: Standard
Instructional Method: Clinical
Prerequisites: Completion of 5 CORE Clerkships inclusive of SUR-30000 Term offered: Spring/Fall
Fall - Instructor of Record: Natalie Kerr - nkerr@uthsc.edu Course Coordinator: Miea Lewlene Williams - mwilli41@uthsc.edu
Prior Authorization: Yes
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