Course Catalog
STP2084 GENERAL SURGERY
Department
SURGERY
Campus
Tuscaloosa
Course Type(s)
Special Topic
Facility
DCH Regional Medical Center
Course Director
ANDREW HARRELL, MD
Enrollment Limit
2
Contact
KRISTA TRIMM
Enrollment Minimum
1
Email
Ktrimm@ua.edu
Address
University Medical Center
850 Peter Bryce Blvd.
Tuscaloosa, AL 35401
Phone
(205) 348-9856
Fax
(205) 348-4429
Weeks
Normally Offered
See Offering Dates
17-17, 44-44
Prerequisites
MUST HAVE SUCCESSFULLY COMPLETED THE MEDICINE AND SURGERY CLERKSHIPS.
Specific Clerkship Prerequisites: Medicine, Surgery
Visiting Students
No LCME students accepted.
No osteopathic students accepted.
Course Description
This is a one week special topic course in which the student will work and study with members of the Dept of Surgery. This course is intended for those students interested in a surgical specialty or those wanting further experience in the surgical field. The student will expand their existing knowledge base that was obtained during other 3rd year rotations which will enable the student to better care for the surgical patient. At the conclusion of the course, the student will be better prepared for a surgical residency.
Where To Report
Prior to the first day, please contact Krista Trimm at 205-348-9856
Requirements
Participate in all aspects of care of the surgical patient, including assistance in surgical cases, as seen fit by the attending.
Evaluation
Pass/Fail based on:
- Attendance
- Participation in and contribution to patient care, inside and outside the OR
Notes
This course is for Tuscaloosa campus students only.
