RMD - 566 Sexuality and Reproduction

This course uses a multidisciplinary case-based approach to the expression of human sexuality and to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertain to regulation of the reproductive systems, fetal development and renal function. Students learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology that occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of diseases that affect sexuality, reproductive systems, fetal development and renal function. Students are expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases. Students are also expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms of diseases related to sexuality, reproduction and renal function. Students learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students also engage with the various roles a physician performs including advocate, communicator, collaborator, educator, professional, practitioner and scholar. Offered: summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Credit(s): 5