SURG 709R Abdominal Organ Transplant - OHSU

Credits: 6
This course is designed to educate medical students regarding the surgical management of liver and kidney transplantation as well as hepatobiliary surgery. Exposure to transplant patients will help students appreciate the process of abdominal organ transplantation from the patient perspective. Interaction with experts in the field will allow the student to expand their clinical knowledge in kidney disease, liver disease and transplant surgery. The student will participate in rounds, clinic, selection committee meetings, and tumor board conferences, as well as assist with surgical procedures. The student may have the option of participating in local organ procurement procedures when they occur.

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