Course Description
The overall goal of this course is to have students complete a series of structured assessments and participate in focused review sessions designed to enhance their preparation for the Step 2 Clinical Knowledge and Clinical Skills exams.
Specific objectives include:
- Reviewing common important dermatological conditions and how to describe skin lesions
- Reviewing common radiologic findings that every graduating student should know how to identify
- Interpreting common and life-threatening EKG findings
- Practicing with Step 2 CK exam questions to better understand content and timing of the exam
- Practicing common clinical procedures often performed in acting internships
- Reflect on personal strengths and opportunities for growth, as part of establishing one’s own educational agenda for the senior year
Educational Methods
- Practice exams
- Skills sessions
- Small group cases
- Self-assessment sessions
- Standardized patient examination (OSCE)
Evaluation
Evaluation for this course is based on attendance and participation in the course sessions.
Grading
This course is graded Complete/Incomplete. Any session that is not attended must be made up before a grade of “Complete” will be registered on the transcript.
Faculty Note
Course Director Reed Van Deusen, MD, is a recipient of the Cohen Award for Ecellence in Clinical Skills Instruction. Course Co-Director John Mahoney, MD, is a recipient of the Carnegie Science University/Post-Secondary Educator Award. In addition, Drs. Van Deusen and Mahoney are members of the University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine Academy of Master Educators.
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