PA - 637 General Surgery

Credits: 5

Surgical patient-care responsibilities under the supervision of a surgical resident or staff surgeon. Students assist in the initial assessment of the surgical patient. Students are involved in preoperative management, including patient education and any procedures necessary to prepare the patient for surgery. Students assist surgeons in the operating room, when appropriate, and have the opportunity to become familiar with operating room procedures and equipment. Students are also involved in postoperative evaluation and management of the patient and will be given the opportunity to attend surgical grand rounds and other surgically oriented educational meetings.

Prerequisite: Student in clinical phase of the program