Primary Care Defined: Perspectives and Procedures

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Course Description

Designed to give pre-clerkship students a broad overview of the diverse specialties and career trajectories available within the rewarding field of primary care. Students experience hands-on immersion in common office-based procedures, including abscess incision & drainage, toenail removal, joint injection, IUD insertion, and skin biopsy. Sessions led by primary care (pediatrics, family medicine, internal medicine) faculty and residents address important topics about the field including lifestyle, scope of practice and diversity of career opportunities.

Grading Basis

MOP - Medical Option (Med-Ltr-CR/NC)

Min

1

Max

1

Course Repeatable for Degree Credit?

Yes

Total Units Allowed for Degree Credit

20

Course Component

Seminar

Enrollment Optional?

No