Medical Foundations III

6 credits · Graduate

The Medical Foundations III course helps prepare students for successful completion of the Year 1 medical curriculum through the presentation and discussion of biomedical sciences. The MFIII course continues to weave through several longitudinal themes from previous MFI and MFII courses (i.e., biochemistry and molecular biology, anatomy, pharmacology, and clinical reasoning) as students start the transition to clinical rotations in Year 2 of the program. Foundational concepts are introduced through units in dermatology, metabolism (II), and concept integration in geriatrics, oncology, and palliative care. The first unit of the course focuses on the unique elements of required by the skilled clinician for effective diagnosis and management of dermatological conditions. The metabolism II unit focuses on concepts and patient care relating to cardiology, respirology, and nephrology. The final unit focuses on concept integration through case presentations relating to geriatrics, oncology, and palliative care. Pre-recorded lectures will be used to elucidate complex concepts that are difficult to appreciate in a self-directed learning (tutorial) format. PREREQUISITES: MPAS 5120 RESTRICTIONS: Students enrolled in MPAS program