Year One, Spring Semester (Before 2006)

ATMY 822 Human Anatomy and Embryology II (5). Study of the macroscopic structures of the human body. (Same as ANAT 822.) Prerequisite: Consent of instructor (course intended for M.D./Ph.D. students). LEC

ATMY 832 Cell & Tissue Biology II (3). A course, consisting of lectures and laboratories, devoted to the study of microscopic anatomy at the organ, tissue, cell and subcellular levels; lectures emphasize modern cell biological concepts and the correlation of structure with cell, tissue, and organ function; laboratories teach the identification of cells, tissues and organs and relate this information to functional concepts presented in lecture. Prerequisite: Student in good standing in freshman class. LEC

BIOC 802 Medical Biochemistry II (4). Includes a review of the structure, chemistry and metabolism of amino acids, proteins, carbohydrates, lipids and nucleic acids, as well as sections on enzyme kinetics, bioenergetics, integrated metabolism, the biochemical basis of nutrition and molecular genetics. The molecular basis of disease is emphasized throughout the course. In addition to lectures, a series of small group discussions and clinical correlations relating biochemical principles and concepts to medical problems are led by biochemistry faculty and selected clinical faculty. Not applicable to a degree from the graduate school. (Same as BCHM 804). Prerequisite: Student in good standing in freshman class. LEC

ICM 802 Introduction to Clinical Medicine I (3). This course consists of two modules: Social Basis of Medical Practice and Clinical Skills I. The Social Basis of Medical Practice acquaints students with the historical development of American medicine, allowing them to recognize and examine in detail the social forces affecting medical practice today. Through lectures and small group discussions, students explore the impact of social influences in three areas: the production and modification of disease, the organization of medical care, and the interpretation of illness. Course activities also promote the development of oral and written communication skills. Clinical Skills I helps students acquire and use the knowledge, skills, and attitudes of a competent caring clinician. Through lectures, demonstrations, tutorials, standardized patient encounters, and preceptor experiences, students learn and practice patient interviewing and physical examination. This module emphasizes the evaluation of the normal patient and the application of principles introduced in basic science courses (e.g., anatomy and physiology) to the physical exam. Students are evaluated through written examinations and other written assignments, small group presentations, preceptor activities, and standardized patient encounters. LEC

NEUS 840 Neuroscience (5). A course combining and integrating several disciplines, including neuroanatomy, neurophysiology and neurochemistry, introducing neuropharmacology and basic neurology; the teaching utilizes lectures, conferences, laboratories and demonstrations. (Same as ANAT 840 and PSHL 840.) LEC

PHYS 802 Medical Physiology II (4). A course covering the mechanisms involved in the function of organ systems and their control by neural, humoral and endocrine pathways. In addition, a unit on human nutrition is included. Lectures are combined with small groups conferences, problem-solving, and laboratory sessions. Prerequisite: Student in good standing in freshman class. LEC