PEDI 709J Sub-I Pediatric Hematology/Oncology

Credits: 6
The objective of this course is to provide the student with fundamental understanding of the pathophysiology, clinical characteristics and treatment of hematologic and oncologic conditions occurring in childhood. While there is an emphasis on the most common childhood cancers such as leukemias and brain tumors, the student also has the opportunity to learn the full spectrum of malignant solid tumors in children and common hematologic conditions such as aplastic anemia, coagulation disorders and the hemoglobinopathies. In addition, the student is involved in the stem cell transplant program and its role in the treatment of hematologic, oncologic, immunologic and genetic disorders, and will learn the treatment of infection in the immunocompromised patient. Students receive a written evaluation based on observation of performance and attendance at and contributions to the Division’s rounds and conferences. Students will spend time in the clinic or on the ward depending on their learning objectives and the census of the clinic or ward.

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