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2022-23 ATSU University Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Orthodontics & Dentofacial Orthopaedics |
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ORTH 5111 - Orthodontic Seminar II
5 credit hours
This course provides the resident with basic scientific information in biomechanical principles, and orthodontic techniques required to diagnose, treatment plan, correct routine and complex malocclusions of the growing and skeletally mature patient.
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ORTH 5112 - Orthodontic Seminar III
5 credit hours
This course provides the resident with basic scientific information in biomechanical principles, and orthodontic techniques required to diagnose, treatment plan, correct routine and complex malocclusions of the growing and skeletally mature patient.
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ORTH 5113 - Orthodontic Seminar IV
5 credit hours
This course provides the resident with basic scientific information in biomechanical principles, and orthodontic techniques required to diagnose, treatment plan, correct routine and complex malocclusions of the growing and skeletally mature patient.
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ORTH 5114 - Orthognathic Surgery I
1 credit hour
This seminar is designed to provide the resident with the knowledge to diagnose a surgical case, take proper surgical records, develop a problems list, treatment objectives, establish a surgical treatment plan and learn how to do model surgery and construct a surgical splint.
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ORTH 5115 - Orthognathic Surgery II
1 credit hour
This seminar is designed to provide the resident with the knowledge to diagnose a surgical case, take proper surgical records, develop a problems list, treatment objectives, establish a surgical treatment plan and learn how to do model surgery and construct a surgical splint.
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ORTH 5116 - Orthognathic Surgery III
1 credit hour
This seminar is designed to provide the resident with the knowledge and experience to diagnose, develop a problems list, treatment objectives and design an orthognathic surgical treatment plan.
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ORTH 5117 - Orthognathic Surgery IV
1 credit hour
This seminar is designed to provide the resident with the knowledge and experience to diagnose, develop a problems list, treatment objectives and design an orthognathic surgical treatment plan.
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Osteopathic Medicine |
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ANAT 5121 - Human Gross Anatomy/Radiology I
8 credit hours
The course is taught by the Department of Anatomy and is a dissection-oriented course in human gross anatomy. Didactic hours are followed with cadaver dissection laboratory sessions. Gross Anatomy covers back, thorax, abdomen, perineum/pelvis, the upper and lower limbs, and head and neck. Medical imaging is presented as it relates to understanding anatomy and future clinical medicine.
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ANAT 5122 - Human Gross Anatomy/Radiology II
4 credit hours
This course is a continuation of ANAT 5121. Prerequisites: ANAT 5121.
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BIOC 5101 - Human Biochemistry I
3 credit hours
Biochemistry is taught by faculty of the Department of Biochemistry and introduces the molecular basis of cell function and the biochemical basis of structure and function of the body. The goals of the course are to educate students in the fundamentals of contemporary biochemistry in sufficient detail to 1) permit comprehension of other basic biomedical sciences, 2) understand biochemical mechanisms associated with disease, modern diagnostic techniques, and modern therapeutics, and 3) be able to maintain currency in the primary biomedical literature throughout their professional lives. Special attention is given to disease states caused by biochemical and genetic abnormalities. The courses are primarily lecture-based with some use of workshops to promote active learning of selected topics.
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BIOC 5102 - Human Biochemistry II
1 credit hour
This course is a continuation of BIOC 5101. Prerequisites: BIOC 5101.
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BIOC 6103 - Human Biochemistry III
2 credit hours
This course is a continuation of BIOC 5102 . Prerequisites: BIOC 5102.
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BIOS 6210 - Biostatistics & Preventative Medicine
3.5 credit hours
Biostatistics & Preventive Medicine introduces the basic principles of biostatistics and preventive medicine. Biostatistics is the study and development of mathematical, statistical and computational methods applied to biological and medical data. The study of biostatistics serves to further the educational link between primary care and public health. Topics covered include methods to describe variation in data, statistical inference and hypothesis testing, confidence intervals, bivariate analysis, multiple variable analysis and probability theory. Preventive medicine topics include primary, secondary and tertiary prevention. Additional topics include public health systems, policy and finance.
Students apply their knowledge by completing their “community project.” Students are expected to summarize their work in an abstract and to present their work in poster form. Student teams also complete a video recording of their poster presentation.
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CARD 5007 - Cardiopulmonary
11.5 credit hours
The Cardiopulmonary course integrates the basic and clinical sciences associated with common cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions. A major emphasis is placed on cardiac anatomy and physiology as they relate to the structure and function of the cardiovascular system in the first segment of the course. A major emphasis is placed on respiratory anatomy and physiology as they relate to the structure and function of the pulmonary system in the second segment of the course. The course also covers the relationships of embryology, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, genetics, pathology, and pharmacology as they relate to the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems health and disease. An understanding of these basic sciences will be used to learn a clinical approach to common cardiovascular and pulmonary conditions. Guided learning through reading assignments, small group exercises, and large group activities allow students to examine relevant basic science concepts of the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems from a clinical viewpoint. Material presented in Medical Skills and Osteopathic Principles and Practice augment this learning with physical diagnosis and osteopathic manipulative treatment skill development.
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CBIQ 5001 - Case-Based Inquiry I
11 credit hours
Block 1 focuses on the osteopathic principle that “the body has the ability to heal itself.” This block introduces the process of case-based inquiry and the application of basic, clinical, and systems sciences to clinical cases that highlight foundational knowledge of underlying homeostatic mechanisms and osteopathic patient care. Material presented in Medical Skills and Osteopathic Principles and Practice are integrated to emphasize clinical reasoning and application.
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CBIQ 5002 - Case-Based Inquiry II
12 credit hours
This block builds on the CBIQ process learned in block 1 with special emphasis on cases involving the neuromusculoskeletal system & special Senses. All basic, clinical, and health systems sciences are derived from neuromusculoskeletal cases to fully integrate and understand all the underlying mechanisms behind the clinical case presentation. Clinical presentation schemes are utilized to reinforce clinical decision making and to guide in identification of the underlying mechanisms leading to key clinical decision-making points. Material presented in Medical Skills and Osteopathic Principles and Practice are integrated to emphasize clinical reasoning and application.
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CBIQ 5007 - Case-Based Inquiry III
11.5 credit hours
This block builds on the CBIQ process learned in blocks 1 & 2 with special emphasis on cases involving the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems. All basic, clinical, and health systems sciences are derived from cardiovascular and pulmonary cases to fully integrate and understand all the underlying mechanisms behind the clinical case presentation. As with real patient scenarios, basic science mechanisms may not be limited to the cardiovascular and pulmonary systems, thus review and application of previously learned material may be emphasized. Clinical presentation schemes are utilized to reinforce clinical decision making and to guide in identification of the underlying mechanisms leading to key clinical decision-making points. Material presented in Medical Skills and Osteopathic Principles and Practice are integrated to emphasize clinical reasoning and application.
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CBIQ 5008 - Case-Based Inquiry IV
12.5 credit hours
Block 4 is a continuation of the process introduced during all previous CBIQ blocks with an emphasis on cases involving the gastrointestinal and renal systems. All basic, clinical, and health systems sciences are derived from gastrointestinal and renal cases to fully integrate and understand all the underlying mechanisms behind the clinical case presentation. As with real patient scenarios, basic science mechanisms may not be limited to the gastrointestinal and renal systems, thus review and application of previously learned material may be emphasized. Clinical presentation schemes are utilized to reinforce clinical decision making and to guide in identification of the underlying mechanisms leading to key clinical decision-making points. Material presented in Medical Skills and Osteopathic Principles and Practice are integrated to emphasize clinical reasoning and application.
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CLIN 5261 - Clinical Experiences II
1.75 credit hours
This two-week active learning experience is spent with a physician in a clinic/facility which provides primary healthcare services in the areas of general practice/family medicine, general internal medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics/gynecology and/or emergency care. The student will assist the physician and his or her staff, observe how the physician interacts with patients and staff, and contribute to provision of care on site and in the community service setting.
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CMLX 6500 - COMLEX Level I Preparation
4 credit hours
This course completed over first and second year has the primary goal of assisting student preparation for successful completion of COMLEX Level 1.
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CMLX 7500 - COMLEX Level 2CE and 2PE Preparation
4 credit hours
The goal of this course is to facilitate student preparation and successful completion of COMLEX Level 2CE and Level 2PE.
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CODO 5251 - The Complete Doctor I
2.5 credit hours
This course is taught by the Department of Family Medicine, Preventive Medicine, and Community Health. The course introduces the student to skills used in clinical practice including professionalism, medical ethics, communication skills, and all aspects of the physical examination. Also included in the course are preventive medicine topics, public and community health curriculum, and human sexuality from a life cycle model. Topics on behavioral sciences, death and dying, and substance abuse are included. Small group sessions, the use of videotaping of patient simulations, the teaching with standardized patients, school physicals, and a home visit are some of the unique and effective means of delivery of this curriculum.
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CODO 5252 - The Complete DOctor II
2 credit hours
This course is a continuation of CODO 5251. Prerequisites: CODO 5251.
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CODO 6253 - The Complete DOctor III
2 credit hours
This course is a continuation of CODO 5252. Prerequisites: CODO 5252.
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CODO 6254 - The Complete DOctor IV
3 credit hours
This course is a continuation of CODO 6253. Prerequisites: CODO 6253.
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CORE 7000 - Family Medicine I
4 credit hours
The clerkship in Family Medicine consists of two required, four-week Core experiences. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in ambulatory or inpatient settings, Telehealth remote patient encounters, and online didactic experiences.This clerkship is designed to provide the student with an understanding of Family Medicine and the unique practice of the osteopathic family physician through the integration of didactic knowledge and clinical experiences.
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CORE 7001 - Family Medicine II
4 credit hours
This is the second of the two required four-week Family Medicine core rotations. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in ambulatory or inpatient settings, Telehealth remote patient encounters, and online didactic experiences. Throughout the clerkship, osteopathic medical students should approach the care of the patient through a whole person perspective and function as a member of the interprofessional healthcare team, continually striving to provide optimum quality patient care and services in a complex system.
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CORE 7002 - Internal Medicine I
4 credit hours
The clerkship in Internal Medicines consists of two required, four-week Core experiences, providing the student an overview of the clinical specialty of General Internal Medicine with an emphasis on didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in ambulatory, inpatient settings, or remote or Telehealth encounters. Wherever possible, learning will occur as part of an integrated set of experiences where students will participate in the care of a panel of patients that may provide experience from several traditional disciplines and reflect the unique practice of an Osteopathic Internal Medicine physician.
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CORE 7003 - Internal Medicine II
4 credit hours
This is the second of the two required four-week Internal Medicine core rotations. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in ambulatory or inpatient settings, Telehealth remote patient encounters, and online didactic experiences. Throughout the clerkship, osteopathic medical students should approach the care of the patient through a whole person perspective and function as a member of the interprofessional healthcare team, continually striving to provide optimum quality patient care and services in a complex system.
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CORE 7004 - Pediatrics
4 credit hours
The Pediatrics clerkship is a 4-week Core experience. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in ambulatory or inpatient settings, Telehealth remote patient encounters, and online didactic experiences. This clerkship is designed to provide the student with an understanding of pediatric medicine through the integration of didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Wherever possible, learning will occur as part of an integrated set of experiences where students will participate in the care of a panel of patients that may provide experience from several traditional disciplines.
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CORE 7005 - OB/Gyn
4 credit hours
The OB/GYN clerkship is a 4-week Core experience. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in ambulatory or inpatient settings, Telehealth remote patient encounters, and online didactic experiences. This clerkship is designed to provide the student with an understanding of obstetrics and gynecology through the integration of didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Students will be exposed to the primary care screening protocols as well as diagnosis and management of various abnormalities involving women’s care.
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CORE 7006 - General Surgery
4 credit hours
The clerkship in General Surgery provides the student with an overview of General Surgery through an emphasis on didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in ambulatory, inpatient settings, or remote or Telehealth encounters. Wherever possible, learning will occur as part of an integrated set of experiences where students will participate in the care of a panel of patients that may provide experience from several traditional disciplines.
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CORE 7007 - Psychiatry
4 credit hours
The Psychiatry clerkship is a 4-week Core experience. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in ambulatory or inpatient settings, Telehealth remote patient encounters, and online didactic experiences. This clerkship is designed to provide the student with an understanding of psychiatry through the integration of didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Throughout the clerkship, osteopathic medical students should approach the care of the patient through a whole person perspective, including the patient’s physical complaints considered in the context of their mental, emotional, and spiritual wellbeing as well as contributing factors that include their family circle, community, environment, and social determinants of health.
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CORE 7008 - Osteopathic Principles and Practice V
3 credit hours
This is a course which includes scholarly, hands-on and didactics in a flexible framework during the OMS 3 clinical clerkship year. The course is designed to reinforce knowledge gained in the first two years of osteopathic principles and practice, through clinical application, targeted review, and expansion of knowledge base.
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CORE 7009 - Osteopathic Principles and Practice VI
3 credit hours
This is a course which includes scholarly, hands-on and didactics in a flexible framework during the OMS 3 clinical clerkship year. The course is designed to reinforce knowledge gained in the first two years of osteopathic principles and practice, through clinical application, targeted review, and expansion of knowledge base.
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CORE 8000 - Cardiology
4 credit hours
The Cardiology clerkship is a required, four-week Core rotation. This clerkship is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the integration of didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in ambulatory, inpatient settings or remote or Telehealth encounters. Wherever possible, learning will occur as part of an integrated set of experiences where students will participate in the care of a panel of patients that may provide experience from several traditional disciplines.
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CORE 8001 - Critical Care
4 credit hours
The Critical Care clerkship is a required, four-week Core rotation. This clerkship is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the integration of didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in the inpatient setting or in Telehealth encounters. Wherever possible, learning will occur as part of an integrated set of experiences where students will participate in the care of a panel of patients that may provide experience from several traditional disciplines.
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CORE 8002 - Neurology
2 credit hours
The Neurology clerkship is a required, two-week Core rotation. This clerkship is designed to provide the student with an understanding of the integration of didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in ambulatory, inpatient settings or remote or Telehealth encounters. Wherever possible, learning will occur as part of an integrated set of experiences where students will participate in the care of a panel of patients that may provide experience on how to care for patients with neurological symptoms and disorders through practical contact and observation.
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CORE 8003 - Emergency Medicine
4 credit hours
The clerkship in Emergency Medicine provides the student with an overview of the clinical specialty of Emergency Medicine with an emphasis on didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Students may receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in ambulatory, inpatient settings, or remote or Telehealth encounters. Wherever possible, learning will occur as part of an integrated set of experiences where students participate in direct patient care, learning within several traditional disciplines. This clerkship will provide students with a multifaceted view of Emergency Medicine through clinical reasoning and evidence-based medicine, as well as the incorporation of psychosocial factors, cultural diversity, and resource management.
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CORE 8004 - Osteopathic Principles and Practice VII
1.8 credit hours
This course includes scholarly, hands-on and didactics in a flexible framework during the OMS 4 clinical clerkship year. The course is designed to reinforce knowledge gained in the first three (3) years of osteopathic principles and practice, through clinical application, targeted review, and expansion of knowledge base.
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CORE 8005 - Osteopathic Principles and Practice VIII
1.8 credit hours
This course includes scholarly, hands-on and didactics in a flexible framework during the OMS 4 clinical clerkship year. The course is designed to reinforce knowledge gained in the first three (3) years of osteopathic principles and practice, through clinical application, targeted review, and expansion of knowledge base.
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COVID 8000 - Operation COVID-19
0 credit hours
This is a tiered assignment that is to be completed by all ATSU-SOMA OMS IIIs and OMS IVs in an effort to supplement each clinical experience that has been affected by the extraordinary circumstance of the pause in clinical rotations beginning on March 16, 2020. The expectation of this assignment is two-fold. It will serve as a supplement for students to complete and earn credit for any remaining weeks of the rotation the student was unable to complete. It will also serve the purpose of training students and providing refreshers on proactive measures, such as hygiene practices and appropriate use of personal protective equipment. The assignment will provide each student the opportunity to receive credit for their clinical rotation and if achieved, credit for disaster medicine preparedness and COVID-19 training through two online courses. (Osmosis and National Disaster Medicine & Public Health).
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CPSL 7010-7017 - Maternal and Child Health
4 credit hours each
The Maternal and Child Health third year clerkship is designed to grow the student’s basic understanding of pediatrics and/or obstetrics through the integration of didactic core knowledge and additional clinical experience. This is a four-week clerkship that may be fulfilled by a single four-week rotation or a combination of two weeks each in pediatrics and/or OB-GYN. Students will receive exposure to patients in both ambulatory and inpatient settings, and wherever possible learning will occur as part of an integrated set of experiences where students participate in the care of a panel of patients. The four-week MCH clerkship is in addition to the required four-week OB/GYN and Pediatrics clerkships which students must also complete. To satisfy the MCH clerkship requirements, students can either do two additional weeks of OB/GYN plus two additional weeks of pediatrics or choose to do 4 additional weeks in either OB/GYN or Pediatrics.
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DERM 6271 - Dermatology
1.5 credit hours
This course is taught by the dermatology faculty and examines the etiology, symptomatology, diagnosis, and treatment of diseases of the skin. The course also covers diagnosis of systemic diseases that present as skin disorder.
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DIRS 5000 - Directed Studies
1 credit hour per week
The Directed Studies course is a supplemental didactic program of study and is offered to students who wish to pursue additional study in areas of interest that do not fall within the required core, selective, or elective courses. Students requiring additional didactic study in one or more areas may also be assigned this course by the Dean or Associate or Assistant Dean(s). One (1) credit hour per week is awarded for participation in the Directed Studies course. (Additional fee may apply)
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DIRS 6000 - Directed Studies
1 credit hour per week
The Directed Studies course is a supplemental didactic program of study and is offered to students who wish to pursue additional study in areas of interest that do not fall within the required core, selective, or elective courses. Students requiring additional didactic study in one or more areas may also be assigned this course by the Dean or Associate or Assistant Dean(s). One (1) credit hour per week is awarded for participation in the Directed Studies course. (Additional fee may apply)
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DIRS 7000 - Directed Studies
1 credit hour per week
The Directed Studies course is a supplemental didactic program of study and is offered to students who wish to pursue additional study in areas of interest that do not fall within the required core, selective, or elective courses. Students requiring additional didactic study in one or more areas may also be assigned this course by the Dean or Associate or Assistant Dean(s). One (1) credit hour per week is awarded for participation in the Directed Studies course. (Additional fee may apply)
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DIRS 8000 - Directed Studies
1 credit hour per week
The Directed Studies course is a supplemental didactic program of study and is offered to students who wish to pursue additional study in areas of interest that do not fall within the required core, selective, or elective courses. Students requiring additional didactic study in one or more areas may also be assigned this course by the Dean or Associate or Assistant Dean(s). One (1) credit hour per week is awarded for participation in the Directed Studies course. (Additional fee may apply)
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ELEC 5000 - 6999 - Preclinical Electives
0.5 to 3 credit hours
Preclinical Elective Courses are approved by the KCOM Curriculum Committee and the KCOM Dean. As a general rule, no medical student may begin an elective course prior to the 11th week of the first semester. Specific information for elective courses (e.g., start-end dates, eligibility for enrollment, pre-requisite courses, course costs, syllabus, etc.) should be obtained by contacting the course director. Information on the Preclinical Elective courses available can be found in the ATSU-KCOM Student Manual.
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ELEC 5124 - Calibrating OMM Skills
0.5 credit hours
This elective focuses on one skill that is used significantly within osteopathic manipulation, the production of force with the hands on the body. The course specifically trains the student how to use their thumbs to evaluate segmental motion at the thoracic, lumbar, and sacral regions of the body minimizing biomechanical bias that commonly develops in the development of these skills. Computer-based modules have been created, pilot tested several times, and refined that will direct the participants how to perform their testing and practice sessions. A designated member of the development team will provide a “help desk” to address any questions or problems a participant may experience.
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ELEC 7000 - Directed Studies
1, 2, 3, or 4 credit hours
Directed studies may be approved for students preparing for a board examination or for other academic purposes. This elective course may be approved for up to four weeks for COMLEX Level 1 preparation.
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ELEC 7028-7210 - Electives I
4 credit hours each
This clerkship is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to further explore interests, gain a stronger foundation in a particular field, or just experience an interesting part of medicine. The intent is to identify the specific elective and build further on the basic fundamental knowledge.
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ELEC 7049-7210 - Electives II
2 credit hours each
This clerkship is designed to provide the student with an opportunity to further explore interests, gain a stronger foundation in a particular field, or just experience an interesting part of medicine. The intent is to identify the specific elective and build further on the basic fundamental knowledge.
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ELEC 7057 - International Public Health
11 credit hours
The International Public Health Clerkship is a 4-week elective clerkship offered to students in their third and 4th years designed to give students clinical experience in patient care in another country. The foundation of the rotation’s curriculum is built upon gaining an understanding of travel medicine, public health, cultural competency, and the most common clinical presentations of the region being visited. The student will be provided the opportunity to perform history and physical examinations, develop the skills of appropriate documentation, and the will develop skills for diagnosis and treatment necessary in low resource areas. Familiarity and skill level with the local language depend on the specific requirements of the clinical site. A presentation and written assignment/project are requirements for completion of the rotation. This rotation may not be taken as a core or selective rotation. The rotation must be a minimum of 160 hours total, of which at least 80 must be clinical. If taken during the OMS III year, the Elective International Public Health rotation must be taken after all core and selective rotations have been successfully completed, and it may be taken at any time during the OMS IV year excluding the final rotation.
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ELEC 8000 - Directed Studies
1, 2, 3, or 4 credit hours
Directed studies may be approved for students preparing for a board examination or for other academic purposes. This course may be approved for up to four weeks for COMLEX Level 2CE and/or Level 2PE preparation.
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ELEC 8091-8205 - MS4 Elective II
2 to 4 credit hours each
The OMS IV “Elective I, II, III” clerkships are required rotations, each 4 weeks in duration. These rotations are designed to provide the student with the opportunity to select a discipline and receive hands-on training through the integration of didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Students will receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in both ambulatory and inpatient settings.
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ELEC 8091-8205 - MS4 Elective III
2 to 4 credit hours each
The OMS IV “Elective I, II, III” clerkships are required rotations, each 4 weeks in duration. These rotations are designed to provide the student with the opportunity to select a discipline and receive hands-on training through the integration of didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Students will receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in both ambulatory and inpatient settings.
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ELEC 8091-8208 - MS4 Elective I
2 to 4 credit hours each
The OMS IV “Elective I, II, III” clerkships are required rotations, each 4 weeks in duration. These rotations are designed to provide the student with the opportunity to select a discipline and receive hands-on training through the integration of didactic knowledge and clinical experiences. Students will receive exposure to a diverse community of patients in both ambulatory and inpatient settings.
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ELEC 8099 - International Public Health
11 credit hours
The International Public Health Clerkship is a 4-week elective clerkship offered to students in their third and 4th years designed to give students clinical experience in patient care in another country. The foundation of the rotation’s curriculum is built upon gaining an understanding of travel medicine, public health, cultural competency, and the most common clinical presentations of the region being visited. The student will be provided the opportunity to perform history and physical examinations, develop the skills of appropriate documentation, and the will develop skills for diagnosis and treatment necessary in low resource areas. Familiarity and skill level with the local language depend on the specific requirements of the clinical site. A presentation and written assignment/project are requirements for completion of the rotation. This rotation may not be taken as a core or selective rotation. The rotation must be a minimum of 160 hours total, of which at least 80 must be clinical. If taken during the OMS III year, the Elective International Public Health rotation must be taken after all core and selective rotations have been successfully completed, and it may be taken at any time during the OMS IV year excluding the final rotation.
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ELEC 8178 - Public Health Practicum: Elective I, II, and III [for SOMA DO/MPH dual degree program only]
4 credit hours
The OMS IV ATSU-SOMA Public Health Practicum (ELEC 8178) is a four-week rotation. This course is only open to ATSU-SOMA DO/MPH students. Enrollment in this DO/MPH specific course requires concurrent enrollment in PUBH 7850: Public Health Practicum SOMA Part II, which is offered by the CGHS. The DO/MPH specific course can satisfy one ATSU-SOMA Elective and part (3 credits) of the CGHS Practicum (6 credit) experience. All DO/MPH students are strongly encouraged to enroll in this course, but they are not required to do so. If students decide not to enroll in this DO/MPH specific Elective course then they will be enrolled in the CGHS program for the full 6 credits for their MPH Practicum course (PUBH 7800: Public Health Practicum).
This DO/MPH specific course is designed to provide the student with an understanding of primary care and public health topics through the integration of didactic knowledge, clinical and other experiences. The student will work with their course director (Director of Community Oriented Primary Care), CGHS MPH practicum coordinator, RDME, on site preceptor, and other advisors to develop and execute an applied practice experience at their rotation site.
Students are required to: 1) set up an advising appointment with the course director to discuss the DO/MPH specific Elective course option, 2) contact the Clinical Education Department (CED) to enroll in the Elective, 3) once enrolled, identify and receive CGHS approval of a site and preceptor via the agreement forms provided by the MPH practicum coordinator/instructor of record, and 4) complete and submit an Applied Practice Experience (APE) Learning Agreement to the course director. The course director will work closely with all DO/MPH students to discuss the student’s plans and ensure appropriate choice of site and preceptor.
Students should adhere to their advising appointment with the course director, receive course approval by the CED, and submit the aforementioned agreement forms 90 days in advance of their proposed start date.
Once the APE Learning Agreement is approved by the course director, she will forward it to the CGHS MPH practicum coordinator for final approval.
Once final approval is given by the CGHS MPH practicum coordinator, the course director will inform the student.
The APE is the first component of the practicum where students must outline the products to be created and the MPH Foundational and Program Competencies that they will demonstrate (the course syllabus includes the list of competencies from which students may choose).
At the end of this DO/MPH specific Elective course, students must turn in the following items into ATSU-SOMA to receive a grade: 1) patient logs (or indication of no patient logs) for SOMA and the CGHS-required Time Sheet recording any time spent working on the APE, 2) Clinical Rotation Evaluation (CRE), 3) Student Evaluation of the Rotation (SER), 4) Attestation, and 5) a one-page document summarizing what the student has learned from the experience, in addition to a timeline for when the student plans to complete the MPH required elements of the APE and ILE.
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ELEC 8417 - Research II
2 or 4 credit hours
This course (80- or 160-hour options) will provide fourth-year medical students an opportunity to participate in either a clinical, basic science, or educational research project under the supervision and guidance of an experienced research mentor. Students can expect to be involved in the planning and execution of studies, data analysis, and writing, as appropriate for the stage of the research. No prior research experience is necessary.
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ELEC 8431 - Clinical Pharmacology
1 or 2 credit hours
This 80-hour course for fourth-year medical students will address advanced topics in pharmacology and will build upon the student’s knowledge to facilitate their continuing development toward physicians who will prescribe drugs. The overall objectives of this course are to increase the student’s knowledge of the core principles of clinical pharmacology, improve the student’s ability to evaluate and effectively utilize drug information resources, and help develop the student’s competence to rationally prescribe drugs for a variety of individual patients.
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ELEC 8535 - International
2 or 4 credit hours
International rotation approved for elective credit. For more information, contact the KCOM Clinical Affairs office or check the ATSU-KCOM Student Manual.
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ELEC 8700 - GME Preparation
1 or 2 credit hours
The GME Prep Elective must be approved by the DSME and used for board preparation and testing, GME interviews, approved scholarly activity, or additional rotation.
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ELEC 8800 - Clinical Research Experience
5 credit hours
Students will perform mentored clinical research with a goal of influencing future clinical practice.
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ENRE 6002 - Endocrinology and Human Reproduction
8 credit hours
The Endocrinology & Human Reproduction course integrates the basic and clinical sciences associated with the endocrine and reproductive systems. A major emphasis is placed on using clinical presentations to discover the relationships among anatomy, embryology, physiology, microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, genetics, pharmacology and pathology. An understanding of these basic sciences will be used to learn a clinical approach to common conditions involving the endocrine and reproductive systems.
Reading assignments, webcast presentations and small group exercises allow students to examine basic science concepts of endocrinology and reproduction from a clinical viewpoint. Material presented in Medical Skills and Osteopathic Principles and Practice augment this learning with physical diagnosis and osteopathic manipulative treatment skill development.
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EPID 6200 - Epidemiology
3.5 credit hours
This course examines the study of disease in populations from a public health perspective, a foundation for the integration of primary care and public health. Topics covered include data sources and management, surveillance/outbreak investigation, study design, sampling, data analysis and causation.
The tools acquired allow students to apply research findings to individual patient care, population health and public policy. Additional tools include the fundamentals necessary for evidence-based practice.
Specific learning objectives are provided for each topic presented. Students apply knowledge by developing “community projects” and submitting applications to the Institutional Review Board (IRB).
Students work in teams on either “research” or “best practice/innovation” projects. Each team starts with a needs assessment in their community. Students work together to develop project ideas, research questions, hypotheses and potential plans. All projects must be related to the social determinants of health and the tenants of Osteopathic Medicine.
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FNCH 7400 - Foundations of Community Health
1 credit hour
The Foundations of Community Health course is designed to prepare physicians who are well-prepared to practice in and lead transforming health systems and hold a rich awareness of patient-centered care planning, demonstrable primary care workforce competencies, and leadership capacity to educate future health care team members in conversion to the medical home model of care.
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GENE 5271 - Medical Genetics and Embryology
1.5 credit hours
The Medical Genetics and Embryology course will cover medical genetics in the areas of inheritance patterns, including aspects of population genetics and probability. We will emphasize subjects of medical interest such as genetic and metabolic disorders, including cytogenetic disorders and genetic testing. We will treat human embryology from fertilization through the development of the major organ systems. Emphasis will be on the developmental basis of the structures seen in gross anatomy, as well as the clinical significance of developmental abnormalities.
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HEAL 5001 - Health and Healing
11 credit hours
The Health and Healing course is based on the osteopathic principle that “the body has the ability to heal itself”. It incorporates basic medical sciences to support foundational knowledge of homeostatic mechanisms. The course includes critical concepts in anatomy, physiology, biochemistry, genetics, histology, immunology, microbiology, molecular biology, pathology, and pharmacology. To help students develop skills essential for compassionate medical care, the biomedical sciences are complemented by medical humanities, assessing human development, psychology of being a physician, bioethics, and health care delivery. Material presented in Medical Skills and Osteopathic Principles and Practice augment this learning with physical diagnosis and osteopathic manipulative treatment skill development.
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HEME 6001 - Hematology and Oncology
5 credit hours
The Hematology & Oncology course integrates the basic and clinical sciences associated with the hematologic system and includes select oncology topics. A major emphasis is placed on using clinical presentations to discover the relationships among anatomy, embryology, physiology, microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, genetics, pharmacology and pathology. An understanding of these basic sciences will be used to learn a clinical approach to common conditions involving the blood and lymphatic systems.
Reading assignments, webcast presentations and small group exercises allow students to examine basic science concepts of hematology and oncology from a clinical viewpoint. Material presented in Medical Skills and Osteopathic Principles and Practice augment this learning with physical diagnosis and osteopathic manipulative treatment skill development.
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HIST 5111 - Histology I
1.5 credit hours
This course is taught by the Department of Anatomy. Histology studies the microscopic structure of tissues and organs of the body. This course teaches tissue recognition and function. It lays the foundation for the study of Pathology.
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HIST 5112 - Histology II
1 credit hour
This course is a continuation of HIST 5111. Prerequisites: HIST 5111.
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HIST 6113 - Histology III
1.5 credit hours
This course is a continuation of HIST 5112. Prerequisites: HIST 5112.
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HSCA 7510 - Health Systems & Communications
4 credit hours
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IDIS 5141 - Infectious Diseases I
.25 credit hours
This course is taught by the Department of Microbiology and Immunology and uses an organ-systems-based approach to provide in-depth coverage of the etiology, epidemiology, signs and symptoms, pathology, lab tests, differential diagnosis, treatment, and prevention of infectious diseases. In addition to lectures, students perform online case exercises and they participate in exercises involving interpretation of clinical case information and presentation of analysis in a small group setting. The objective of this course is to develop in students an understanding of infectious diseases needed for subsequent clinical courses and rotations.
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IDIS 6142 - Infectious Diseases II
.25 credit hours
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IDIS 6143 - Infectious Diseases III
2.5 credit hours
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IMMU 5131 - Immunology I
1 credit hour
This course is taught by the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. The course teaches the humoral and cell-mediated immune systems of man and their role in autoimmunity, transplantation, host-parasite relationships, and disease. Students participate in exercises involving interpretation of clinical case information and presentation of analysis in a small group setting. The objectives of this course are to provide an understanding of the numerous immunologic issues that will come forth in conditions taught in Medical Microbiology and Infectious Diseases.
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IMMU 6132 - Immunology II
1 credit hour
This course is a continuation of IMMU 5131. Prerequisites: IMMU 5131.
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INTE 6004 - Integrative I
3 credit hours
Integrative I is a structured course in which basic sciences, clinical sciences, and OPP are integrated together in order to prepare students for national board exams. The material is dovetailed to coincide with and enhance the other courses in the second year. Learning activities include case studies, videos, podcasts and board-style practice questions and exams. This course sequentially increases the number of questions over time for exposure and endurance. The COMSAE exam, which will be administered during the course, assesses board eligibility for each student. This is Pass/ Fail course, and credits will not be included in the GPA calculation.
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INTE 6005 - Integrative II with Comprehensive Osteopathic Medicine
8 credit hours
Integrative II is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to prepare independently for COMLEX Level 1 and USMLE Step 1 examinations. Within this course is the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medicine section, which is based on the principle that the body is an integrated unit of function and is influenced by the interaction of the body, mind, and spirit. With this whole person perspective, selected clinical presentations are covered in greater depth and complexity to more closely examine the interactions of organ systems. More advanced basic and clinical sciences will be utilized to discuss the pathophysiologic processes affecting structure and function associated with the clinical presentation. Reading assignments, webcast presentations and in-person small group case exercises allow students to examine the integration of pathophysiology and clinical presentations from a whole person viewpoint. Material presented in Medical Skills and Osteopathic Principles and Practice augment this learning with physical diagnosis and osteopathic manipulative treatment skill development. The COMSAE, which assesses board eligibility for each student, will be administered during the course. The earned grade in this course will either be PASS or FAIL, and credits will not be included in the GPA.
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MED 514 - Cardiopulmonary I
5 credit hours
Cardiopulmonary is a two-course sequence that integrates the basic and clinical sciences associated with common cardiopulmonary conditions. A major emphasis is placed on cardiac and respiratory anatomy and physiology as they relate to the structure and function of the cardiopulmonary system. The course will also discover the relationships of embryology, biochemistry, microbiology, immunology, genetics, pathology and pharmacology as they relate to cardiopulmonary system health and disease. A solid understanding of these basic sciences will be used to learn a clinical approach to common cardiopulmonary conditions. Students will learn basic skills for interpretation of chest x-rays, electrocardiograms, arterial blood gases and spirometry.
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MED 515 - Cardiopulmonary II
13 credit hours
This course is a continuation of MED 514 .
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MED 517 - Renal, Endocrine and Metabolism II
8 credit hours
This course is a continuation of RENA 5005 .
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MED 520 - Foundations of Health
6 credit hours
Foundations of Health (FOH) lays the groundwork for immersion into SOMA’s integrated curriculum. The course includes critical concepts in biochemistry, molecular biology, genetics, physiology, pathology, immunology, microbiology and pharmacology. To help students develop skills essential for compassionate medical care, these scientific foundations are complemented by medical humanities throughout the course.
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MED 522 - Neuromusculoskeletal B
10 credit hours
This course integrates the basic and clinical sciences associated with the nervous system and the musculoskeletal system. Clinical presentations are used to explain the fundamental relationships between neurons, nerves, muscles, and bones. Physiology, anatomy, pathology, embryology, microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, genetics, and pharmacology are used to reveal structure and function.
The clinical presentations incorporated into the course include those mainly associated with the nervous system such as weakness, numbness/tingling, headache, movement disorders, dizziness/vertigo, and acute neurological deficits.
Guided learning through reading assignments, small group exercises and large group activities allow students to examine relevant basic science concepts of neural and musculoskeletal function from a clinical viewpoint. Other large group sessions, as well as material presented in concurrent courses (e.g., Medical Skills, Osteopathic Principles & Practice) augment the learning by providing a broader picture in which to incorporate knowledge and opportunities to clarify topics.
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MED 530 - Basic Structural Foundations
5 credit hours
This course serves to introduce first year osteopathic medical students to the fundamental organization and structure of the human body using a variety of instructional resources (e.g., cadaveric specimens, anatomical software, and virtual anatomy laboratory). Both microscopic (histology) and macroscopic (gross) anatomy will be covered, with an emphasis on the foundational musculoskeletal-, vascular, and neuro-anatomy required for Medical Skills I and Osteopathic Principles & Practice I courses. In addition, imaging techniques including CT scans, MRI, and x-ray radiography will be used to introduce the student to the physician’s perspective of the structure of the human body.
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MED 604 - Dermatology
4 credit hours
This course seeks to prepare the physician for the diagnosis and management of common cutaneous diseases. All of the common eruptive diseases are discussed and presented visually with their characteristic and common variations. Coordinated self-directed learning by use of reading assignments, recorded video/audio presentations and small group exercises allows students to examine basic science concepts relevant to dermatology from a clinical viewpoint. Students will learn the use of topical therapy and special diagnostic and therapeutic procedures as they pertain to dermatology. In addition, students will participate in a high-fidelity cutaneous suturing workshop as part of Dermatology.
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MED 606 - Mind
5 credit hours
The Mind Course introduces students to the fundamental mental functions underlying human adaptations to the environment, and the clinical manifestations when these functions become maladaptive. The course continues the exploration of the brain-behavior relationship initiated in the NMSK-B course in Year One while serving as a preparatory step for the Psychiatry rotation in Year Three.
Students will acquire knowledge in neuroanatomy, neurophysiology, neuropathology, pathology, genetics and pharmacology as related to mental functions and dysfunctions. Some of the basic science information has been covered in previous courses. This course will offer an opportunity to review these topics in a new context to enhance understanding in various disciplines.
In the clinical domain, students will become familiar with the current DSM diagnostic considerations for patients presenting with disturbances in mental function. Students recognizing critical information will be able to apply it to the Clinical Presentation Schemes and using the inductive reasoning process arrive at a broad category of mental illness.
Coordinated self-directed learning by use of reading assignments, small group and large group exercises and clinical experiences allow students to examine the relevant basic science concepts of behavioral and mental function in a broader light. Medical skills, Osteopathic Principles and Practice along with related topics of evidenced base medicine, wellness, spirituality are introduced. Professionalism, ethics, cultural sensitivity and social determinants of health are incorporated throughout the course.
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MED 607 - Human Development
5 credit hours
The course integrates the clinical and behavioral sciences associated with human development. Behavior patterns are the authentic end products of a total developmental process. Growth is a patterning process, which unfolds in sequence. Development refers to the acquisition of predictable, sequentially acquired functional skills during life and is a continual process from birth to death. Four domains of development are emphasized: physical-motor, adaptive-cognitive, language-communication and, social-emotional. Normal growth and development of humans, from infants to elderly, are discussed.
Importance is placed on the similarities and differences of the various age groups and the specialized needs of each. When appropriate, disorders, conditions and disabilities that relate directly to the disruption of the development of physical or mental processes will be discussed, including abuse, death, dying and bereavement.
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MED 613 - Genitourinary I
7 credit hours
Genitrouinary I and II integrate basic and clinical sciences associated with the reproductive and urinary systems. Using clinical presentations and inductive pathways, students understand and apply the pathology, embryology, microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, genetics and pharmacology of the two systems.
Topics covered include the pregnant female, complications of pregnancy, diseases of pregnancy, fetal distress, amenorrhea, dysmenorrhea, contraception, infertility, vaginal discharge, Pap smear, abnormal uterine/vaginal bleeding, breast mass, pelvic pain and mass, menopause, sexual dysfunction, erectile dysfunction, urinary incontinence and scrotal mass/pain.
Reading assignments, webcast presentations and small group exercises allow students to examine basic science concepts of reproductive function from a clinical viewpoint. Material presented in Medical Skills and OPP augment this learning by incorporating new knowledge and opportunities to clarify difficult-to-understand topics. Related topics of evidence-based medicine, complementary and alternative medicine, self-care, wellness and preventive medicine, cultural diversity, health-care policy and systems, and spirituality are incorporated throughout the course.
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MED 614 - Genitourinary II
5 credit hours
This course is a continuation of Genitourinary I.
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MED 615 - Senses
4 credit hours
This course integrates the basic and clinical sciences associated with the “senses” hearing, vision and smell/taste and the related organ systems. A major emphasis is placed on using these clinical presentations to discover the relationships of pathology, embryology, microbiology, immunology, biochemistry, genetics and pharmacology to these specific body structures and functions.
The clinical presentations incorporated into this course include hearing loss, ear pain, tinnitus, vision loss, diplopia, eye redness, strabismus and smell/taste dysfunction. Coordinated self-directed learning by use of reading assignments, small group exercises and large group activities allows students to examine relevant basic science concepts from a clinical viewpoint. Other large group sessions, as well as material presented in simultaneous courses (e.g., Medical Skills, Osteopathic Principles & Practice) augment these self-directed learning exercises by providing a broader picture in which to incorporate new knowledge and opportunities to clarify difficult-to-understand topics. Additionally, related topics of evidence-based medicine, complimentary & alternative medicine, self-care, wellness and preventative medicine, cultural diversity, health-care policy & systems, and spirituality are incorporated throughout the course as applicable.
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MEDS 5080 - Medical Skills I
5 credit hours
Medical Skills 5080 is held weekly throughout the fall semester of the first year. The Medical Skills courses will teach the arts of the physical examination, history-taking, chart documentation, and oral presentation of a patient case. The Medical Skills courses are enriched by the mentoring of bedside manner skills and medical student personal growth through communications sessions and standardized patient encounters. Throughout the year, students will participate in large group discussions of topics such as professionalism, evidence-based medicine, the social determinants of health, and health promotion. Students will also engage in small group practice of history-taking and physical examination skills with clinician facilitators, practice of basic medical procedures, simulation activities with patient simulator models, and multiple one-on-one encounters with standardized patients throughout the year. Student skills will be assessed intermittently through the use of graded note-writing, written examinations, and OSCEs (objective structured clinical examinations).
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MEDS 5081 - Medical Skills II
5 credit hours
Medical Skills MEDS 5081 is held weekly throughout the spring semester of the first year. MEDS 5081 is a continuation of MEDS 5080.
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MEDS 6090 - Medical Skills III
16 credit hours
The OMS II “Medical Skills” courses are designed to enhance and maintain the cognitive and psychomotor skills necessary to obtain a medical history and perform a physical examination, support the personal and professional development of the student, help the student understand the mission of the community health center, and model primary care continuity-based clinical service. Supervised clinical activities, large and small group interactive presentations, and individual reflection lead to documented competencies in clinical assessment, community-based preventive medicine and health care provision.
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MEDS 6091 - Medical Skills IV
16 credit hours
This course is a continuation of MEDS6090.
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MICR 5151 - Medical Microbiology
2.5 credit hours
This course is taught by the Department of Microbiology and Immunology. It teaches the structure, metabolism and genetics of viruses, bacteria, fungi, and parasites in relation to their identification, and pathogenicity. This course focuses on associating microbial agents with diseases that they cause in man. The laboratories cover basic microbiological procedures and techniques and supplement the material being covered in lectures. Students participate in exercises involving interpretation of clinical case information and presentation of analysis in a small-group setting. Students perform online case exercises. The objective of this course is to develop in students a basic understanding of virology, bacteriology, mycology, parasitology, and entomology that will be required to be successful in the subsequent Infectious Diseases course.
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MIND 6003 - Human Mind and Behavior
7 credit hours
The Human Mind and Behavior course is designed to provide the student with a comprehensive understanding of all aspects of human development, human behavior and selected neuroscience topics including dementia, seizure disorders and movement disorders through the integration of basic and clinical sciences. Emphasis will be placed on the evaluation of both the healthy patient and patients with disorders in these areas. The knowledge will serve as the foundation and tool in an inductive reasoning process for examining relevant clinical scenarios and for continuing to build on growing concepts in the fields of human development, human behavior and selected neuroscience topics. Selected topics in Dermatology will also be presented.
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