SURG 709KF Rural Surgery - Klamath Falls

Credits: 6
The purpose of the Klamath Falls General Surgery clinical experience is for students who have completed at least 4 weeks of surgery core clinical experience and are interested in a surgical career to participate in the care and operative management of surgical patients in a rural setting. Students will learn the specific issues encountered by a rural surgeon and how they differ from those practicing in an urban or tertiary setting. Students will hone their skills in evaluating, diagnosing, and treating a broad range of surgical patients. Students will see patients in the outpatient clinics, emergency room, and inpatient wards. Students will gain hands-on experience with minor office procedures and assist in the operating room.

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