Medicine
Vignettes In Physiology
MEDC 69500 | 150 Units
- Selective Type: Basic Science
- Primary Instructor: Dr. Michael F. O'Connor
- Contact: Dr. Michael F. O'Connor | 2-0182, pager 3567 | moc5@dacc.uchicago.edu
- Location on first day: O-413
- Included in Lottery: Yes
- Last Reviewed: February 11, 2008
Overview
Vignettes in Physiology (VIP) is a course designed to help students learn the physiologic underpinnings of clinical medicine. About 20 topics are discussed in morning seminars about pathophysiology and in afternoon problem-solving sessions. Students benefit from reading 2-4 hours/day in a comprehensive course syllabus.
Objectives
To review and understand principles of physiology. To learn to apply this knowledge and to solve common clinical problems in internal medicine.
Evaluation
Attendance, participation and two (2) hour written multiple choice examination.
Offered:
- October
| Sunday | Monday | Tuesday | Wednesday | Thursday | Friday | Saturday | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| AM | 9:00-11:00 | 9:00-11:00 | 9:00-11:00 | 9:00-11:00 | 9:00-11:00 | ||
| PM | 1:00-3:00 | 1:00-3:00 | 1:00-3:00 | 1:00-3:00 | 1:00-3:00 |
Schedule Notes
Full Time - Monday - Friday 9:00 am to 11:00 am and 1:00 pm to 3:00 pm This course is only offered for the month of October.
Start Date: Wednesday, October 1, 2008
Course Limitations and Prerequisites
Maximum Students Enrolled: 40
- Eligibility:
- Fourth year
- Prerequisites:
- Pritzker Students Only