Obstetrics and Gynecology
Ethical Issues in OB/GYN Clinical Rotation
OBGY 41000 | 50 Units
- Elective Type: Clinical
- Location on first day: CLI - Room L-287B
- Last Reviewed: February 7, 2008
Overview
Students electing this rotation will participate in clinical conferences and rounds involving ethical issues in obstetrics and gynecology. Areas to be considered include high risk obstetrics, fertility curtailment, infertility treatment, and terminal cancer. Students will meet each week with Dr. Mahowald to identify and discuss ethical issues raised by the case presented at rounds and conferences. They will also participate in ethics consultations through the Center for Clinical Medical Ethics. On the basis of this, expect to become familiar with some of the principal articles and books in the field.
Objectives
Provide experience for students on ethical issues in OB/GYN.
Evaluation
Participation in clinical conferences, rounds, and discussions.
Offered:
- April
- May
- June
- October
- November
- December
Schedule Notes
Specific approval of instructor. Arranged with instructor.
Course Limitations and Prerequisites
Maximum Students Enrolled: 1
- Eligibility:
- Fourth year
- Visiting Student (from LCME Accredited Medical Schools Only)
- Prerequisites:
- Consent of Instructor