MULT 709A Multidisciplinary Care of the Underserved - Bend Volunteers in Medicine Clinic

Credits: 4
The purpose of the Multidisciplinary Care of the Underserved elective is for students to gain experience and proficiency in the comprehensive care of at-risk patients in a volunteer clinic for the uninsured. Students will participate in the diagnosis and treatment of a wide range of acute and chronic diseases, including health maintenance, while gaining an appreciation of the unique challenges of the underserved. Students will create and implement care management plan under the supervision attending physicians across multiple specialties, including family medicine, internal medicine, and gynecology. Students will work seamlessly with an interprofessional team of nurses, pharmacists, counselors, social workers, and interpreters.

Graded: Pass/No pass
May be taken only once for credit