Advanced Pathophysiology

3 Credits · Level: Graduate

This course presupposes a base-line knowledge of biochemistry, human anatomy and advanced human physiology and focuses on representative aberrations in normal physiology, which produce disease. Subjects are covered from an organ and system basis. Emphasis is also devoted to acquiring skill in the use of scientific literature and conceptualizing information gained from many sources to develop a basic understanding of the diseases discussed. Cultural and genetic factors in the development of various diseases is integrated throughout the course.