Pediatrics
Medical Genetic Consults and Clinics
PEDS 30900 | 50 Units
- Elective Type: Clinical
- Primary Instructor: Dr. Darrel Waggoner
- Contact: Dr. Darrel Waggoner | 773-834-9110 | dwaggone@genetics.uchicago.edu
- Location on first day: TBA
- Included in Lottery: Yes
- Last Reviewed: March 9, 2007
Overview
The aim of this elective is to provide the student with a concentrated exposure to children and adults with genetic diseases through attending various genetic clinics and inpatient consultations. Students will be given an opportunity to pursue directed readings that focus on he genetic basis of pediatric and adult diseases and have the opportunity to discuss these readings with the attending. To improve the resident's skills at obtaining a family history, performing a dysmorphology exam, diagnosing complex genetic conditions and understanding the importance and intricacies of genetic counseling. The outpatient component includes five half- day gastroenterology and liver clinics. (Monday and Thursday all day, Wednesday mornings).
Objectives
Focus on developing skills of obtaining a family history in the setting of primary care with a focus on recognition of genetic disease. Performing a dysmophology exam, diagnosing complex genetic conditions and understanding the importance and intricacies of genetic counseling. Develop an understanding and familiarity with genetic resources on the internet.
Evaluation
Students will be evaluated on their ability to learn skills, and integrating these skills into planning the evaluation and discussing the therapy for patients with complex genetic conditions. Part time (2 weeks) =50 credits; 15 hrs/wk x 2 weeks = 30 contact hrs (10 in clinic, 5 in conference consults/wk).
Time Offered:
Two week course, offered the 16th through the end of the month for the following months…
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | 8:00 | ||
| PM | 5:00 | 5:00 | 5:00 | 5:00 | 5:00 |
Schedule Notes
This section covers the second half of the month (16th through end of month). Students may, with permission, extend this course to 1 month at 100 credits. Part-time: Min 2 weeks Offered the 1st - 15th of the month. Offered the 16th - end of the month. Arrange specific dates with Evelyn Simpson
Course Limitations and Prerequisites
Maximum Students Enrolled: 1
- Eligibility:
- Fourth year
- Visiting Student (from LCME Accredited Medical Schools Only)
- Prerequisites:
- Consent of Instructor