ORS 35050 - Orthopaedic Surgery CE

Cr Hrs: 3
Session Length: 2 weeks

PD

This is a face to face clinical rotation. This career exploration course (CE) will allow third year medical students to explore this discipline as a potential career choice. The Orthopaedic Surgery elective provides clinical experience on an active teaching service. The student will work with assist a senior resident under the supervision of an attending staff. The student will learn how to conduct a history and physical examination of the musculoskeletal system, how to develop the diagnosis and treatment plan for assigning patients, and basic orthopaedic radiology. The student will learn basic principles of fracture care. The student will have patent contact in Emergency Room, Clinic, Ward, and Surgery. Daily conferences will be required, along with a monthly Journal Club.

Grade Mode: Pass/Fail

Instructional Method: Clinical

Location Offered: Chattanoga

Term Offered: Spring, Fall