MPAS 573 Pediatrics

MPAS 573 Pediatrics course addresses issues unique to the pediatric population and builds on previous course work including topics in anatomy, pathophysiology, genetics, and medicine. Pediatrics explores principles of pediatric care in the primary care setting including assessment of the child patient, preventive health, immunizations, screening, health promotion, psychosocial fundamentals of normal growth and development, common conditions and illnesses of the pediatric population including infections, orthopedic problems and rheumatology, urologic conditions, gastrointestinal disorders, cardiology, hematology/oncology, perinatal care, obesity, and genetic and congenital disorders,  and patient education and counseling for pediatric patients and family members. Communication skills and sensitivity to the needs of children and parents are emphasized.

Credits

3

Offered

Spring II