Courses

of PREREQUISITE: Admission to program This course is an overview of surgical anatomy and pathophys- of iology. Emphasis is placed on the organizational structure of to the body, organ systems, relevant surgical pathophysiology, and related medical terminology. Upon completion, the stu- dent should be able to apply knowledge of anatomy in the clin- ical environment. of THR 120 Theater Appreciation. 3 hrs. PREREQUISITE: None This course is designed to increase appreciation of the art of theatre.

This course is an overview of surgical anatomy and physiology. Emphasis is placed on the organizational structure of the body, organ systems, relevant surgical pathophysiology, and related medical terminology. Upon completion, the student should be able to apply knowledge of anatomy in the clinical environment.

Course introduces students to common surgical disorders with early emphasis on physiologic changes, medical requirements and evaluation of patients before, during, and after surgery. It also provides basic instruction in the diagnosis, management, and complications associated with common surgical gastrointestinal and urogenital disorders.

Course delivered via didactic instruction and focuses on the pre-operative evaluation and diagnosis, and post-operative management and treatment of common disorders of the heart, lungs, and vascular systems.

Provides the student with limited background in veterinary medicine, familiarity with instruments, surgical support equipment, and proficiency in the proper preparation of the operating room.

The student will serve on the surgical oncology service of the Mitchell Cancer Institute-University of South Alabama. He/she will be offered a broad educational experience pertaining to the care of patients requiring surgical management of malignancies. The student will function as an assistant under the direct supervision of the surgical oncology faculty.

The student will be actively involved with all aspects of specimen handling and processing, from gross examination to routine histologic examination to special techniques.

The student will be actively involved with all aspects of specimen handling and processing, from gross examination to routine histologic examination to special techniques.

SU. Histopathologic diagnosis of surgical biopsy or necropsy specimens. Available to residents in anatomic and clinical pathology. Course may be repeated for a maximum of 3 credit hours.