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645K Domestic Violence
This course is available to UC Irvine Students only
Course Description: Recognizing that domestic violence is the number one cause of injury to women in the reproduction age group. The course works in conjunction with the Community Education Director of Human Options, one of the shelters for battered women in Orange County in providing extensive training regarding the dynamics, causes, consequences and appropriate interventions for family violence.
Prerequisites: UC Irvine Students: completion of basic science course work and OB/GYN core rotation.
Periods Available: Contact Diane Harris, UC Irvine Medical Center, Department of Ob/Gyn, 101 The City Drive South, OTC-800G, Route 81, Orange, CA 92868 714-456-5616, dharris@uci.edu
Duration: 2 to 4 weeks
Number of Students: 2 (must have at least two students enrolled at a time)
Restrictions: For UC Irvine students only
Course Objectives: At the end of this rotations, the student will be ...
- Knowledgeable in the incidence of domestic violence
- Knowledgeable in the dynamics of long term consequences of abusive relationships
- Capable of recognizing common presenting signs and symptoms
- Knowledgeable of mandatory reporting for physicians of domestic violence in the state of California
Key Topics:
- Domestic violence
Competencies:
- Recognition of and assistance for abused patients.
Attitudes and Commitments:
- Recognition of magnitude of problem
Educational Activities: The student schedule varies, however, the student will participate in group counseling, rounds of shelters, and working with other team members.
What Students Should do to Prepare for the Rotation: Focused reading in Domestic Violence: A National Curriculum for Medical Practitioners
Clinical Responsibilities of the Student: Patient evaluation
Patient Care Responsibilities: Assist as a team member.
Call Schedule of the Student: None
Procedures to be learned by the Student: History and physical examination
Percentage of Time Student will Participate in Ambulatory Setting: 100%
Conference/Lecture/Small Group Sessions: There are no standardized instructional material for this course.
Course Hours Weekly Summary: Not stated
Content Theme Integration:
- Communication
- Domestic Violence
- Ethics
- Human Sexuality
- Nutrition
- Women's Health
Recommended Reading: Written materials will be provided and will be taken from Domestic Violence: A National Curriculum for Medical Practitioners as well as Domestic Violence: A National Curriculum for Family Preservation Practitioners published by the Family violence Prevention Fund
Official Grading Policy: The student will receive a grade of Honors, Pass or 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 attendance, successful completion of the Domestic Violence Training for counselors and written report on their experience at the shelter. 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: Long Beach Memorial Hospital
Course Director: Julianne Toohey, M.D., UC Irvine Medical Center, 101 The City Drive South, Department of Ob/Gyn, OTC, Route 81, Orange, CA 92868 714-456-6618, jtoohey@uci.edu
Scheduling Coordinator: UC Irvine students please email comsched@uci.edu or call (714) 456-5176 to make a scheduling appointment.
Site Coordinator: Diane Harris, UC Irvine Medical Center, Department of Ob/Gyn, 101 The City Drive South, OTC-800G, Route 81, Orange, CA 92868 714-456-5616, dharris@uci.edu
Instructing Faculty: Julianne S. Toohey, M.D.
Course Website: None
Location to Report on First Day: Please contact the departmental coordinator for details.
Time to Report on First Day: Please contact the departmental coordinator for details.
Who to Report to on First Day: Please contact the departmental coordinator for details.