Pediatrics
Pediatric Allergy/Immunology
PEDS 32200 | 100 Units
- Elective Type: Clinical
- Location on first day:Variable-obtain schedule from 773-753-8637
- Last Reviewed: February 7, 2008
Overview
The main focus of the Fourth year elective in Pediatric Allergy/Immunology has been the outpatient clinics at DCAM, LaRabida and offsite locations. Students will attend 3 to 4 clinics per week for 4 weeks rotation - work-up patients, present to attending, participate in care and observe the role of allergy testing and will be expected to do related readings (as directed by attending) Students will also see inpatient consults and may be involved with interpretation of pulmonary function testing on pediatric patients.
Objectives
The students will acquire an understanding of the pathophysiology of a range of allergic diseases, including asthma, allergic rhinitis and food allergy as well as immune defects. Students will develop an understanding of the diagnosis and management of these conditions.
Evaluation
Students will meet with consult attending one mid-way through the rotation and once at the end of the course for an evaluation discussion.
Offered:
- January
- February
- March
- April
- May
- June
- July
- August
- September
- October
- November
- December
Schedule Notes
Maximum one (1) month
Course Limitations and Prerequisites
Maximum Students Enrolled: 1
- Eligibility:
- Fourth year
- Visiting Student (from LCME Accredited Medical Schools Only)
- Prerequisites:
- Other: Completion of third year Clerkship