3 credit hours
This course is the fourth in the clinical medicine series integrating the epidemiology, risk factors (including genetics, as applicable), pathophysiology, signs and symptoms, history and physical findings, laboratory and diagnostic tests, differential diagnosis, therapeutic management, complications, prevention measures, prognosis, patient centered education, and follow-up of emergent and non-emergent disorders encountered in a variety of medical settings for the pediatric, adult, and geriatric patient. The course utilizes a systems approach and is delivered through traditional lecture and a variety of classroom activities. Topics covered in clinical medicine IV include surgery, obstetrics, and gynecology.