OBG 45013 - Gynecologic Oncology

Cr Hrs: 6
Session Length: 4 weeks

This is a face-to-face clinical rotation receiving 6 credit hours. The student will 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 as a surgical subspecialty, including the surgical and medical treatment of gyn cancers. Close faculty contact provides exposure to the most recent advances in detection, prevention, and treatment of gynecologic cancers.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 UT Nashville Residents. The student will also attend conferences that are offered during their 4 weeks on the elective.

Grade Mode: Standard
Max per section: 1
Location offered: Nashville
Hospital: Ascension Saint Thomas Hospital Midtown
Prerequisites: Completion of 5 CORE Clerkships inclusive of OBG-30000
Term offered: Fall

Fall - Instructor of Record: Michael Stany - michael.stany@ascension.org

Fall - Additional Instructor 1: J. Cory Barnett - jason.barnett@ascension.org

Spring - Instructor of Record: Michael Stany - michael.stany@ascension.org

Spring - Additional Instructor 1: J. Cory Barnett - jason.barnett@ascension.org

Course Coordinator: Pam Underwood - pamela.underwood@ascension.org

Prior Authorization: No
Blocks Not Offered: 5, 6, 7, 9, 11, 1, 2, 3, and 4
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