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645E Ob/Gyn Clinic
This rotation is not accepting international students
Course Description: The student will provide primary screening of obstetrical and gynecological outpatients on a rotation basis, under direct supervision of OB/GYN residents and attending staff.
Prerequisites: UC Irvine students must have successfully completed their basic science curriculum and the Ob/Gyn Core Clerkship. Extramural students must be in the final year of undergraduate medical education.
Periods Available: Throughout the year
Duration: 2 to 4 weeks
Number of Students: 2
Restrictions: This rotation is not accepting international students
Course Objectives:
- Recognize and manage the common ambulatory gynecological conditions
- Administer routine prenatal care
- Recognize and management of high-risk obstetrics
Key Topics:
- Menopause
- Contraception
- Abnormal vaginal bleeding
- Women's health screening
Competencies:
- Pelvic Examination
- Management of menopause, contraception, abnormal vaginal bleeding and women's health screening.
Attitudes and Commitments:
- An understanding of women's health issues
Educational Activities: Students will participate in Grand Rounds and lectures.
What Students Should do to Prepare for the Rotation: Focused reading in Gyn Women's Health
Clinical Responsibilities of the Student: Initial evaluation and work-up of patients
Patient Care Responsibilities: Initial evaluation and work-up of patients
Call Schedule of the Student: Voluntary
Procedures to be Learned by the Student: Pelvic exam, exposure to colposcopy, ultrasound
Percentage of Time Student will Participate in Ambulatory Setting: 100%
Conference/Lecture/Small Group Sessions: There are no standardized instructional material for this course, however, students will participate in Grand Rounds and lectures.
Course Hours Weekly Summary: Not Stated
Content Theme Integration:
- Communication
- Ethics
- Human Sexuality
- Nutrition
- Women's Health
Recommended Reading:
- Standard GYN texts.
Official Grading Policy: The student will be graded with Honors/Pass/Fail. The student's final grade will be submitted on the standard UC Irvine elective form. The student will be evaluated by attendings and residents in the areas of clinical performance, reliability, evidence of initiative, general fund of knowledge, and ability to relate to patients, staff and colleagues. If the student fails the elective a grade of "F" will be permanently recorded on his/her transcript. The student can repeat the course for a second grade, however, the "F" will not be removed from the transcript.
Department: Obstetrics & Gynecology
Site: UC Irvine Medical Center and Family Health Center - Santa Ana
Elective Director: Mark Vuchinich M.D., UC Irvine Medical Center, Department of Ob/Gyn, 101 The City Drive South, Building 56, Suite 800, Orange, CA 92868 (714) 456-5616
Scheduling Coordinator: UC Irvine students please email comsched@uci.edu or call (714) 456-5176 to make a scheduling appointment. Please read the following information carefully. Any student enrolled at a U.S. LCME medical school will use VSAS to apply. To apply please refer to this website http://www.aamc.org/programs/vsas/
Site Coordinator: Diane Harris, UC Irvine Medical Center, Department of Ob/Gyn, 101 The City Drive South, Building 56, Suite 800, Orange, CA 92868 (714) 456-5616 dharris@uci.edu
Instructing Faculty: Service Attending, and Chief Resident
Course Website: None
Location to Report on First Day: UC Irvine Medical Center, 101 The City Drive, South, Building 56, Suite 800, Department of Ob/Gyn Medical Education Office, Orange
Time to Report on First Day: 8:30 am
Who to Report to on First Day: Diane Harris