OTOL 709H Ambulatory / Surgical Otolaryngology 4-week: PeaceHealth Medical Group and Sacred Heart Medical Cent

The goals of the rotation are:

• Develop an understanding of otolaryngologic anatomy and its relation to encountered pathology.
• Learn how to conduct a comprehensive head and neck examination; understand basic work up and treatment of common otolaryngologic diseases, emergencies, and gain exposure to the spectrum of otolaryngologic practice.
• Understand basic indications and interpretation of diagnostic and radiological tests.
• Begin to develop knowledge of common surgical procedures and interventions including familiarity of relevant surgical instruments and techniques.

Special Notes Student will have the opportunity to work in:

• Ambulatory Setting: participate in a variety of non-surgical, pre and post operative patient care.
• Inpatient Setting: participate in surgical procedures in the main OR, Ambulatory Surgery Center and post-operative aftercare of patients. Students will participate in in-house call as recommended by physician faculty.