SBM 710 Skin, Bones & Musculature

Credits: 13
Learners who successfully complete this block will be able to apply the structure and function of the musculoskeletal system to perform a musculoskeletal examination. They will identify patients with joint pain or rash and be able to explain the significance and usefulness of diagnostic tests as well as be able to offer differential diagnoses and preliminary management strategies for these disorders. Students will analyze the mechanisms underlying common musculoskeletal, skin, and rheumatologic diseases. Learners will use principles of professionalism, ethics, communication, epidemiology, bio statistics, informatics, health policy, patient interviewing, and physical examination skills in relation to the musculoskeletal, dermatologic and rheumatologic systems.

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