Internal Medicine at Missouri Baptist for Visiting Students (Clinical Elective)

4 units

This elective is designed to provide final-year medical students with an immersive clinical experience in internal medicine, focusing on the diagnosis and management of adult medical conditions in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Students will function as active members of a multidisciplinary medical team, working under the supervision of internal medicine faculty and residents. Emphasis is placed on critical thinking, clinical decision-making, professionalism, and preparation for internship/residency. By the end of this elective, students are expected to: Develop advanced clinical skills in patient assessment, including comprehensive history-taking and focused physical examination tailored to presenting complaints. Formulate problem lists, differential diagnoses, and evidence-based diagnostic and management plans for common and complex internal medicine conditions. Interpret diagnostic tests, including laboratory studies and imaging, in the context of patient care. Integrate pharmacologic and non-pharmacologic treatment strategies appropriate for adult medical patients. Communicate effectively and professionally with patients, families, and healthcare team members. Demonstrate accountability and ethical comportment in clinical decision-making, patient safety, and professional responsibilities Participate in teaching conferences: A. On inpatient ward medicine, present cases whom they have cared for in resident report and lead the discussion B. On specialty electives, develop case discussions and literature reviews as requested by the elective director C. Select papers for discussion at intern journal club, analyze, and lead the discussion D. Attend grand rounds weekly E. Attend CPC weekly Meet bi-weekly with Dr. Goodenberger or designee for bilateral feedback