54 courses with the subject PHA, each shown exactly as we captured it from the college's catalog, with every element we hold. Where the wording looks broken, that is our reading of the catalog, not the college's text.
This course will introduce ethical principles and professional responsibilities of a physician assistant. Students will analyze ethical dilemmas through case-based discussions using ethical frameworks, legal considerations, and professional standards of practice.
In this course, students will trace the history of medicine and the development of various medical professionals to include physicians, nurses, allied health workers, and the physician assistant. The student will be introduced to the development of medical education in the United States and become familiar with issues challenging the PA profession today. Students will also be introduced to the various roles in which Physician Assistants practice to include rural health, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, and the military PA. Several topics such as sponsoring and governing professional organizations, state licensing, national accrediting board, and North Carolina laws governing physician assistants will be examined. Students will also learn how to gain access to medical literature and resources to include books, computer software, on-line programs, and medical periodicals. The course also explores learning styles, stress management, time management, PA organizations (AAPA, NCCPA, PAEA, and NCAPA), and the PA as a life-long learner.
This course will provide students with instruction in the clinical skills needed to elicit a comprehensive history and perform a complete physical examination. Discussions and demonstrations will introduce the appropriate use of diagnostic equipment, interviewing techniques, cultural awareness, patient rights, and confidentiality. The student will be introduced to the concept of the patient/clinician relationship. The student will be taught to recognize and differentiate normal from abnormal physical examination findings and to record and orally present their findings in an organized manner. Skills in constructing both comprehensive and focused encounter notes will be developed.
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This course will introduce the student to the techniques and procedures used in the medical laboratory. Emphasis will be placed on the tests and procedures performed by the various departments within the laboratory (hematology, chemistry, pathology, etc.). Students will learn to apply clinical laboratory medicine in the assessment of a wide range of medical problems, expanding their ability to formulate and test clinical hypotheses.
This course is designed to present the fundamental mechanisms of action of the various classes of drugs, physiology and biochemical foundations of pharmacology, bioactive agents and structure-activity relations, and drug and food interactions. The physiological actions of drugs on the major organ systems will be covered along with the properties and uses of antibiotics and related therapeutic agents. PHA 5100 is designed to provide an introduction to pharmacy and to integrate pharmacological agents used in the treatment of disease processes and disorders taught in the clinical medicine courses.
This course is a continuation of PHA 5100 and provides integration into the body systems being taught in the clinical medicine courses. The physiological actions of drugs on the major organ systems and the agents used in the treatment of disease processes and disorders will be covered.
This course is a continuation of PHA 5110 and provides integration into the body systems being taught in the clinical medicine courses. The physiological actions of drugs on the major organ systems and the agents used in the treatment of disease processes and disorders will be covered. The course provides students an opportunity to apply general pharmacologic principles to the problems of therapeutics using a case-based approach.
This course is a continuation of PHA 5090 with special emphasis on laboratory studies of body systems and their interpretation. A pathophysiological basis for laboratory medicine data interpretation will be covered.
This course provides an in-depth study of normal human physiology. Students will examine how cells, tissues, organs, and organ systems function individually and integrate to maintain homeostasis. Major topics include cellular physiology; neurophysiology; cardiovascular, respiratory, renal, gastrointestinal, 63
The purpose of this course is to provide an overview of various acute care situations the student might encounter to include life-threatening illnesses and injuries and those illness/injuries which have high mortality or morbidity. The course will be presented as a series of lectures and discussions.
This course is a continuation of PHA 5150 and provides further overview of various acute care situations the student might encounter to include life-threatening illnesses and injuries and those illness/injuries which have high mortality or morbidity.
This course is designed to improve student skills in analysis and treatment of common surgical problems. The students will be instructed in specific areas of surgical intervention, in both trauma and medical cases. Students will receive instruction in specific disease entities and topics which stress the evaluation, treatment, and monitoring of the surgical patient both preoperatively and post-operatively.
This is the first course in a two-course series which provides an in-depth study of human anatomy, including an introduction to anatomical and medical terminology, and foundational information on human development and structure fundamental to considerations of function, physical diagnosis, trauma, and disease. Using a regional approach, this course places emphasis on obtaining functional knowledge of normal human gross anatomy.
This course is designed to familiarize the student with methods and concepts of community and public health issues and the principles and guidelines of preventive health practices. A wide range of variables will be discussed to include lifestyles, nutrition, cultural diversity, genetics, and socioeconomic factors. In addition, students will be provided basic skills and knowledge in epidemiology and health care policy. Students will also become familiar with the department of Health and Human Services population health initiatives. The course will emphasize the role of the physician assistant as a health educator.
This course will give the student a foundation in the understanding of mental illness, including affective disorders, psychotic illness, anxiety, dementia, personality disorders, substance abuse and dependence and eating disorders.
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This course is a continuation of PHA 5240 and further covers the technical skills utilized in outpatient and inpatient settings.
This course concentrates on diseases and disorders of geriatric patients with an emphasis on health maintenance and preventive measures. The course is further designed to help the student distinguish normal physiological changes from pathology as it presents in the elderly population. In addition, the student will be able to understand the atypical presentation of common disorders in the elderly.
This course is designed to provide physician assistant students with an understanding of the diagnostic and therapeutic processes as they relate to the specialty area of pediatric medicine. Each major system is presented individually, with a review of its embryonic development, anatomy, and physiology. The curriculum will provide students with an understanding of epidemiology, etiology, pathophysiology, symptoms, clinical presentations, diagnostics, and treatment of common pediatric diseases. Special emphasis will be placed on primary prevention, screening, immunizations, well-child exams, and the early recognition and intervention of suspected child abuse.
This course is designed to introduce the student to the fundamental concepts of research. The student will learn the basic skills of data searching, reviewing medical literature, and being able to apply basic statistical analysis. The student will begin to consider and narrow a clinically relevant topic of choice that will be developed in PHA 5710.
This 4-week rotation provides students with clinical experience in an inpatient or an outpatient internal medicine setting during which students refine their skills in performing the history and physical exam, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing treatment plans for the diversity of patients in a typical internal medicine setting.
This 4-week rotation provides students with clinical experience in an obstetrics and gynecology setting during which students refine their skills in performing the history and physical exam, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing treatment plans for the diversity of patients in a typical OB/GYN practice.
This 4-week rotation allows students to have an intense exposure to the problems encountered in pediatrics. The rotation concentrates on developing skills in well child preventive care, assessment of growth and development, common pediatric illnesses, recognition of symptomatology of the abused child, and care of the newborn. It also allows students to become familiar with ancillary professional services providing overall care and evaluation of children.
This 4-week rotation provides students with clinical experience in a family medicine setting during which students refine their skills in performing the history and physical exam, ordering and interpreting 68
This 4-week rotation provides students with clinical experience in an emergency medicine setting during which students refine their skills in performing the history and physical exam, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing treatment plans for the diversity of patients in a typical emergency medicine practice.
This 4-week rotation provides students with clinical experience in a psychiatry setting during which students refine their skills in performing the history and physical exam, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing treatment plans for the diversity of patients in a typical psychiatric practice.
This 4-week rotation provides students with clinical experience in an orthopedic surgery setting during which students refine their skills in performing the history and physical exam, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing treatment plans for the diversity of patients in a typical orthopedic surgery practice.
This 4-week rotation provides students with clinical experience in a surgery setting during which students refine their skills in performing the history and physical exam, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, assisting with surgery and developing treatment plans for the diversity of patients in a surgery practice.
The 8-week clinical seminar will occur within four months of graduation. This course supports the physician assistant student in their transition to clinical practice through lectures, activities, and independent study. Summative evaluation of students will occur during this course.
The 4-week clinical seminar will occur within four months of graduation. This seminar gives students the opportunity to demonstrate that they are ready to take on the responsibility of a practicing physician assistant. It also supports the physician assistant student in their transition to clinical practice through lectures, activities, and independent study.
During this 4- week elective rotation, students will be able to select from any area specialty or sub- specialty of medicine to complete the rotation. Options are limited to the availability of preceptors and specialities and will need approval by the program. 69
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This 4-week rotation provides students with clinical experience in a primary care (family medicine, pediatrics, or outpatient internal medicine) setting during which students refine their skills in performing the history and physical exam, ordering and interpreting diagnostic tests, and developing treatment plans for the diversity of patients in a typical primary care practice. Where possible, students participate in grand rounds, noon conferences and other clinically relevant didactic presentations. A set of cognitive objectives guides student reading in preparation for a written examination at the end of the rotation . Additional specialties may be selected for approval by the program.
This course requires that students complete a clinical research project and/or a research paper in a selected aspect of primary care medicine. The project and paper topic must be pre-approved by the instructor and be consistent with the guidelines as directed by the program.
This course covers diseases and disorders of the endocrine system. Emphasis is placed on the most clinically relevant aspects of each disorder including clinical presentation, most appropriate laboratory and imaging evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Pertinent anatomy, physiology and pathophysiology are also briefly reviewed for each disorder.
This course covers diseases and disorders of the gastrointestinal system. Emphasis is placed on the most clinically relevant aspects of each disorder including clinical presentation, most appropriate 65
This course covers diseases and disorders of the cardiovascular system. Emphasis is placed on review of the pertinent anatomy, physiology, pathophysiology, clinical presentation, diagnostics, management, treatment and/or prevention of cardiovascular disease. Interpretation of EKGs is covered. Risk factors for the development of cardiovascular disease as well as preventive measures are covered.
This course covers diseases and disorders of the musculoskeletal system. The skeletal system and joints are presented with a review of the anatomy and physiology. The course will examine the etiology, pathophysiology, clinical features, laboratory findings, diagnostic imaging evaluation, diagnostic criteria, current treatment methods, prognosis, and preventive protocols for orthopedic problems.
This course covers diseases and disorders of the urogenital and renal systems. Emphasis is placed on the most clinically relevant aspects of each disorder including clinical presentation, most appropriate laboratory and imaging evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Pertinent anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology are also briefly reviewed for each disorder.
This course will introduce students to diagnostic and therapeutic interventions related to medical and surgical conditions of the female reproductive tract and breasts. Issues relating to human sexuality will be addressed and preventive screening measures will be emphasized. Female reproductive anatomy and physiology as they relate to pregnancy will be reviewed and students will learn the essentials of prenatal care, labor, and delivery.
This course covers diseases and disorders of the eye. Emphasis is placed on the most clinically relevant aspects of each disorder including clinical presentation, most appropriate laboratory and imaging evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Pertinent anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology are also briefly reviewed for each disorder.
This course covers diseases and disorders of the ear, nose and throat. Emphasis is placed on the most clinically relevant aspects of each disorder including clinical presentation, most appropriate laboratory and imaging evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Pertinent anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology are also briefly reviewed for each disorder.
This course covers diseases and disorders of the pulmonary system. Emphasis is placed on the most clinically relevant aspects of each disorder including clinical presentation, most appropriate laboratory 66
This course covers diseases and disorders of dermatology. Emphasis is placed on the most clinically relevant aspects of each disorder including clinical presentation, most appropriate laboratory and imaging evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Pertinent anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology are also briefly reviewed for each disorder.
This course covers diseases and disorders of the neurological system. Emphasis is placed on the most clinically relevant aspects of each disorder including clinical presentation, most appropriate laboratory and imaging evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Pertinent anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology are also briefly reviewed for each disorder.
This course covers diseases and disorders of the hematological system. Emphasis is placed on the most clinically relevant aspects of each disorder including clinical presentation, most appropriate laboratory and imaging evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Pertinent anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology are also briefly reviewed for each disorder.
This course covers concepts of oncology. The biology of cancer will be reviewed. Epidemiology, screening, presentations, symptoms, and diagnosis of cancers commonly seen in primary care will be discussed. The treatment of malignancy will be discussed in general terms with a focus on the primary care provider’s role in recognizing and managing treatment complications.
Taught in a case development and discussion format, this course is designed to apply information students have learned in clinical medicine courses to hypothetical clinical cases. Students will be given a presenting complaint, a history, a physical exam, and will generate a differential diagnosis, order appropriate diagnostic studies, and generate a treatment plan. The course is intended to develop critical thinking skills and confidence in managing clinical problems.
This course covers diseases and disorders of the immune system. Emphasis is placed on the most clinically relevant aspects of each disorder including clinical presentation, most appropriate laboratory and imaging evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and prevention. Pertinent anatomy, physiology, and pathophysiology are also briefly reviewed for each disorder.
Total Semester Hours 23.00
This course will cover areas of medicine such as nutrition and genetics in clinical practice. In addition, this course introduces students to and encourages the exploration of medical practice issues, the legal ramifications of the practice of medicine and major “hot topics” in healthcare, managed care, health insurance, medical reimbursement, billing and coding, malpractice and legal issues and the impaired practitioner.
PHA 5900 continues with the practice of medical interviewing and history taking, medical information documentation, record- keeping, and patient-care skill building as presented in PHA 5070 and PHA 5080. This course is designed to provide students with didactic and hands-on instruction to continue to acquire the knowledge and skills needed to perform comprehensive physical examinations. Students will also continue to present their findings orally and in written form. Emphasis will be on using a critical thinking process to develop differential diagnosis and formulate treatment plans based on given abnormalities. Clinical Course Descriptions – PHA
Source: Methodist University's catalog, linked per course · table learning_unit · CourseShelf publish 61
