MDSC 6110 - The Diagnostic Process I

This is the first in a series of three courses designed to develop the knowledge, attitudes and skills requisite for medical history taking, physical examination, clinical problem solving, diagnostic assessment, treatment implementation, and for counseling and educating patients. Learning methods include lecture format, skills performance, clinical decision-making, role-playing, individual research, and case problem solving to integrate and synthesize these competencies.

Note: Open to graduate students only.

Prerequisites/Corequisites: Prerequisite: Admission to the Physician Assistant program or departmental permission

Credits: 2 hours