Faculty:
Dr. Andrea Hauser
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of students: Up to six per block. On space available basis. (Required LSU Acting Internship take precedence).
Objectives:
This is a four-week course designed to increase knowledge and skills in pediatrics. Duties are similar to those of an intern.
Means of Implementation:
The student will function as an intern in the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of acutely and chronically ill hospitalized children and adolescents admitted to Children's Hospital. These responsibilities will be supervised by both residents and members of the faculty. In addition, the students will be expected to attend sign-in and sign-out rounds, morning report, noon conference, ground rounds, and to attend ward rounds conducted by the teaching attending physician. The student will be on call in the hospital every fourth night to receive admissions.
Method of Evaluation:
Evaluation will be based on day-to-day observation of the student while performing assigned duties. The student will be graded by the faculty and supervising resident based upon his or her skills, knowledge, judgment, attitude and evidence of reading assigned literature.
Faculty:
Faculty/Private General Pediatrics
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks (arrange individually with members of clinical faculty)
Number of students: 1 per block
Objectives:
This is a four-week elective designed to teach ambulatory pediatrics in private practice setting.
Means of Implementation:
The student will work with a pediatrician in a private pediatric practice. Participation in the care of patients in the hospital, office, and emergency room is expected. Some night call (from home) may be required.
Method of Evaluation:
Evaluation will be on a day-to-day basis while the student is performing assigned duties. The preceptor will evaluate the student's knowledge, skills, attitudes, and evidence of reading assigned literature.
Faculty:
Dr. Bonnie C. Desselle
Dr. Amy Creel
Dr. Gary Duhon
Dr. Constantine Dimitriades
Dr. Janet Rossi
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of students: 2
Objectives:
To introduce the student to pediatric critical care medicine, with emphasis on the application of high technology and applied science to the care of critically ill children.
Means of Implementation:
Under the supervision of residents and faculty the student will have direct involvement in primary care of patients. The student will be expected to evaluate patients daily, write progress notes, write daily orders and perform diagnostic and therapeutic procedures with direct supervision of faculty. The student will take an active part in patient rounds, and will be expected to attend lectures and conferences related to critical care.
Method of Evaluation:
Faculty and residents will evaluate the student’s performance based on attitude, attendance, interest, general fund of knowledge and willingness to learn.
Faculty:
Dr. Stuart Chalew
Dr. Alfonso Vargas
Dr.Ricardo Gomez
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks (check with preceptors)
Number of students: 1-2 per block
Objectives:
To give the participant a focused introductory exposure to general pediatric endocrinology and diabetes. The participant will gain an understanding of normal growth and development in children, the pathophysiology of hormonal disorders and their presentation in childhood, aspects of diagnosis and management of endocrine problems. The participant will become familiar with laboratory aspects of endocrine diagnosis. The participant will gain experience in team management of childhood diabetes.
Means of Implementation:
The participant may choose a primary clinical or research focus. During the elective, the participant will function as a full member of the endocrine team. For clinical activities, the participant will be under the supervision of the endocrine clinic and ward attendings. The participant will be the primary physician for outpatient evaluation of new and follow up cases in general endocrine clinic and pediatric diabetes clinic. The student will participate in ward rounds on endocrine patients and perform the initial evaluation for inpatient consultations. For electives during the month of July the participant may choose to spend 1 week at Lion’s diabetes camp. In electives with a research focus participants will help take part in research activities of the division under supervision of the principal investigator. Participants will become familiar with protocol preparation, IRB/IACUC regulations, data collection, analysis and presentation. The student will also take an active part in divisional seminars, journal clubs, meetings and other ongoing activities.
Method of Evaluation:
Evaluation will be based on punctuality, effort, thoroughness of clinical history and physical exams, progress in the participant’s ability to integrate history, physical findings to guide development of differential diagnosis, choice of diagnostic testing and management plan. The student will also be evaluated on participation in seminars and journal club.
Faculty:
Dr. Paul Hyman
Dr. Raynorda Brown
Dr. Brent Keith
Dr. R. Adam Noel
Dr. Allan Rosenberg
Lindsay Clendaniel, PhD
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks by special arrangement with preceptors.
Number of students: 1 per block
Objectives:
Means of Implementation:
The student will participate in GI/nutrition rounds, weekly pediatric GI clinic, lipid clinic, obesity clinic, and pediatric conferences. The student will be assigned and involved with patients, either children or adolescents, with clinical problems of a gastroenterological or nutritional nature. Attendance at special procedures such as endoscopy, liver biopsy, manometry, etc.
Clinical Research: Students may elect to use time engaged on a well circumscribed small clinical study mentored by Dr. Hyman or Dr. Noel.
Method of Evaluation:
Faculty evaluation of student as judged by interest, attendance, reading skills and work habits.
Faculty:
Dr. Lolie C. Yu
Dr. Renee Gardner
Dr. Maria Velez
Dr. Jaime Morales
Dr. Cori Morrison
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of students: 2 per block
Objectives:
Offers opportunity to learn about the subspecialty of pediatric hematology-oncology by direct involvement in the primary care of children with hematologic conditions and malignant tumors. Provides experience through participation with an oncology team in delivery of total care in a comprehensive cancer center, including hematopoietic Stem cell bone marrow transplantation. Experience in diagnosis and management of anemia, and coagulation disorders will be an integral part of the elective. We also encourage the students to write a clinical case or review for publication.
Means of Implementation:
Attendance at, and participation in, the pediatric hematology-oncology clinics, sickle cell clinic, and hemophilia clinic at MCLNO and Children's Hospital, and weekly pediatric tumor conference (weekly multidisciplinary conference); active participation in the work-up and management of in- and outpatients; attendance at microscopy teaching seminars, Journal club & protocol review; performance of procedures such as bone marrow aspiration and spinal taps.
Method of Evaluation:
Preceptor evaluation of the student's progress in pediatric hematology-oncology as manifested by his/her attendance, interest, participation in clinical activities, and evidence of acquired knowledge.
Faculty:
Dr. Jamie Jackson
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks (check with preceptors)
Number of students: 1 per block
Objectives:
Each student will learn physical, laboratory, and history taking techniques in the evaluation of suspected child maltreatment, including physical abuse, sexual abuse, and neglect. An emphasis is made on meeting all physicians’ basic legal responsibilities to aid in the prevention, recognition, investigation and/or prosecution of suspected abuse of children.
Means of Implementation:
Method of Evaluation:
Faculty assessment of the student's interest, knowledge, and skills based on observation of the student's performance during the elective.
Faculty:
Dr. Brian Barkemeyer
Dr. Marlene Buis
Dr. Staci Olister
Dr. Duna Penn
Dr. Dana Rivera
Dr. Jeff Surcouf
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of students: 2 per block
Objectives:
To introduce the student to neonatal-perinatal medicine, including perinatal risk factors, neonatal resuscitation, management of high risk newborns including premature infants and infants with congenital anomalies.
Means of Implementation:
Direct involvement in primary care of both critically ill and healthy neonates. Perinatal physiology and pathophysiology are emphasized. Students may spend portions of the block at Touro Infirmary and Children’s Hospital.
Method of Evaluation:
Students are evaluated by analysis of their performance in general patient care, medical records, acquisition of technical skills and their familiarity with applicable current clinical and basic science literature. Evaluations are performed by faculty, fellows, and house staff.
Faculty:
Dr. Ken Paris
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks (after checking with Dr. Paris)
Number of students: 1 per block, all blocks
Objectives:
This is a 4-week course designed to increase knowledge and skills in Pediatric Allergy and Immunology. Duties are similar to those of an intern.
Means of Implementation:
The student will function as an intern in the evaluation, diagnosis and treatment of patients referred to the Allergy/Immunology clinics held on the 1st and 3rd Monday afternoon of each month at Tiger Care Pediatric Clinics (Canal Street location); the 1st and 3rd Tuesday Morning at Children's Hospital Ambulatory Center (Henry Clay Campus); the 2nd, 4th, and 5th Tuesday mornings at Children's Hospital Clinics in Metairie (Veterans Highway); every Wednesday morning at the Children's Hospital Clinics in Baton Rouge; and every Thursday morning at the Children's Hospital Ambulatory Center(Henry Clay Campus) in New Orleans. The rest of the time, the student will participate in the ongoing clinical, research and educational activities of the Division of Allergy/Immunology. The student will be guided to the appropriate literature and invited to research topics pertinent to patients being evaluated during rotation.
Faculty:
Dr. Andrea Hauser
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks (with preceptor approval)
Number of students: 1-2 per block
Objectives:
To augment and reinforce the core knowledge and skills learned in the junior year as they apply to child health problems encountered in an outpatient setting.
Means of Implementation:
Students are assigned to pediatric clinics and selected subspecialty clinics in the out-patient department of Children's Hospital (Ambulatory Care Center - ACC). Assignments from appropriate pediatric literature material pertinent to ambulatory pediatric care are integral parts of this elective.
Method of Evaluation:
Faculty members will grade the participation in each clinic based on the student's attendance, interest, knowledge, clinical skills, and evidence of reading the assigned literature.
Faculty:
Dr. Robert Ascuitto
Dr. Nancy T Ross-Ascuitto
Dr. Aluizio Stopa
Dr. Christian Lilje
Dr. Stephan Sernich
Dr. Ernest Siwik
Dr. Kelly Gajewski
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: By special arrangement with preceptor
Number of students: 1 per block
Objectives:
To teach the fundamentals of clinical and laboratory diagnosis and management of congenital and acquired cardiovascular disease. To introduce the student to non-invasive and invasive cardiac diagnostic techniques.
Means of Implementation:
The student will attend and participate in cardiology clinics, rounds, consultations, conferences, case discussions, and procedures at Children's Hospital and other designated local hospitals.
Method of Evaluation:
Faculty evaluation of the student based on attendance, clinical ability, and evidence of reading the appropriate recommended literature.
Faculty:
Dr. Abraham Gedalia
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of students: 2 per block
Objectives:
The rotation in Pediatric Rheumatology will provide the Senior Student the opportunity to experience and study in-depth the various rheumatic conditions in children: juvenile rheumatoid arthritis (JRA), systemic lupus erythematosus (SLE), juvenile dermatomyositis (JDMS), Henoch Schonlein purpura (HSP), Kawasaki disease, rheumatic fever, reactive arthritis, childhood sarcoidosis and musculoskeletal pain syndromes such as growing pains, joint hypermobility, fibromyalgia syndrome (FMS), reflex sympathetic dystrophy(RSD), and periodic fever syndromes.
Clinical Activities:
Teaching:
Research:
Method of Evaluation:
Faculty evaluation of the student’s progress as evidenced by attendance, interest, participation in clinical activities, and reading of appropriate literature in the area of Pediatric Rheumatology and special topic presentation by the student
Faculty:
Dr. Derek Pepiak
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of students: 2
Objectives:
To offer an in-depth exposure to pediatric Pulmonology with an emphasis on those aspects of Pulmonology that are essential to the formation of a competent pediatrician.
Means of Implementation:
The student will be under the supervision of the Pulmonary staff attending for that month. The student will function as a primary physician for outpatient and as a consultant for inpatient services for three weeks. The student is expected to participate and to take an active part in patient rounds, journal clubs, lecture series, chest x-ray rounds, and ongoing activities. In addition one week will be spent with respiratory therapy at Children's Hospital learning about techniques for delivery of respiratory medications, airway clearance techniques, ventilators, multi-channel pneumograms, and pulmonary function studies.
Method of Evaluation:
Faculty evaluation of the student’s progress as evidenced by attendance, interest, participation in clinical activities, and reading of appropriate literature in the area of Pediatric Pulmonology. The student will also be evaluated on a specific topic in Pulmonology to be discussed by the team. (Topic of student interest).
Faculty:
Dr. Yves Lacassie
Dr. Michael Marble
Dr. Robin McGoey
Dr. Karen Weissbecker
Dr. Regina M. Zambrano
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks (check with preceptors)
Number of students: 2 per block
Objectives:
To teach the student basic techniques of evaluation, diagnosis, management and counseling of patients with genetic disorders including dysmorphic syndromes, congenital malformations and inborn errors of metabolism.
Means of Implementation:
Method of Evaluation:
Faculty evaluation of the student's progress as evidenced by attendance, interest, participation in clinical activities and reading of appropriate literature in the area of clinical genetics and metabolic diseases.
Faculty:
John J. Estrada, MD
Other Faculty: TBA
Duration: 4-week elective or 15-day International Intensive Course (offered every year in July)
Availability: All year round (consult with faculty for availability)
Number of students: One student per block, 3 students for International Intensive Course
Overview:
This course is designed for medical students who elect to concentrate in medical ethics or Bioethics. The student may choose one of the following tracks: 1. Clinical Ethics; 2. Clinical Research Ethics; 3. Research Ethics, 4) International Bioethics Intensive Course. Students choosing clinical ethics with rotate through clinical services, identify ethical dilemmas regarding medical care, and develop skills to deal with such dilemmas. Students on the clinical research track will spend one month in the Clinical Research Center learning ethical conduct of research. Students choosing the research track will perform research on clinical and/or research ethics. Students on the International Intensive Course will travel overseas (Italy or the Czech Republic) to attend a 15-day intensive course in Bioethics (equivalent to a one-month elective).
Objectives:
Depending on track chosen, students should be able to:
Teaching Methodology:
Depending on track chosen, students will do the following:
Method of Evaluation:
Evaluation will be based on participation in the activities and completion of assignments. Grading will conform to the School of Medicine grading for medical students.
Faculty:
Dr. Rodolfo Begue
Dr. Ronald D. Wilcox
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of students: Four per 4-week block
Objectives:
The Infectious Diseases rotation will provide the Senior Student exposure to common infectious processes as seen by the pediatrician with emphasis on decision-making skills. Also, aspects of interest particular to the specialty will be introduced.
Means of Implementation:
The student will participate as an equal member of the team and will be under the direct supervision of faculty and infectious disease fellows. Activities include: morning report, daily inpatient rounds, mini-conferences, journal club, outpatient clinic (General Infectious Diseases, HIV, Tuberculosis, Traveler’s Clinic), mini-conferences, microbiology rounds, and city-wide conference. On average, 45-60 inpatients and 30-40 outpatients are seen during the rotation.
Method of Evaluation:
The faculty supervisor will evaluate the student’s progress based on interest, attendance, fund of knowledge, and initiative. The student will be requested to give a mini-conference to the division on a topic of interest.
Faculty:
Dr. Matti Vehaskari (Director)
Dr. Diego Aviles
Dr. Oluwatoyin Bamgbola
Dr. Franca Iorember-Acka
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of Students: 1-2 per block
Objectives:
To provide the student with in-depth experience in common pediatric problems in the areas of pediatric nephrology, urology, fluid electrolyte management, and hypertension. To familiarize the student with common laboratory evaluation based on renal physiology.
Means of Implementation:
The student will participate in all clinical activities of the division under the supervision of the attending faculty member. These include outpatient clinics (three times a week), and daily inpatient rounds with special emphasis on teaching. The student is expected to assume an active role in patient care and will be given responsibility accordingly. In addition, the student will participate in weekly divisional meetings focusing on patient care, new research in the field, and other subjects of clinical interest. Those interested in chronic illness have an option of following and “sponsoring” a child on chronic dialysis.
Method of Evaluation:
The faculty supervisor will evaluate the student's progress based on interest, attendance, fund of knowledge, and initiative. The student will also be requested to give a short oral presentation to the division on a topic of interest during the last week of rotation.
Faculty:
Susan J. Berry, MD (Rotation Director)
Susan Fielkow, MD
Yves Lacassie, MD
Andrea Starrett, MD
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability:Dependent upon the number of pediatric residents already assigned to the development course. Space must be reserved in advance.
Number of Students:Only two students (residents or medical students) can be accommodated per month. Student must have own transportation.
Objectives:
To introduce the student to normal and atypical development and to the appropriate management of the child with developmental deviations, including medical evaluation, developmental assessment, current legislation, role of the medical home for the child with special health care needs, and appropriate referral for community and public health services.
Means of Implementation:
Each student will have an individualized schedule consisting of didactic sessions, developmental clinics, genetics clinics, participation in an Operation Housecall home visit to conduct a structured interview with a parent of a child with special health care needs, and observation of various allied health disciplines. The student will also be required to choose a patient for a medical home case presentation to faculty and residents involved with the rotation that month.
Method of Evaluation:
The student's interest, attendance, participation, and mastery of material presented as evidenced by participation in discussions and in patient work-ups will be evaluated. A competency exam, medical home presentation, and Operation House Call interview must be completed as part of the rotation.
Faculty:
Gary Duhon, MD, MPH
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: July primarily; consult with preceptor otherwise
Number of students: One to four (1-4) per block
Objectives:
This is a four-week course designed to increase knowledge about current perspectives in the field of Bioethics and develop thought processes for identifying and solving ethical dilemmas.
Means of Implementation:
Students will read selected literature on current ethical topics and cases and participate in active discussions. Students will also observe and participate in the activities and proceedings of an active hospital ethics committee. They will also participate in the authorship of a case presentation or, if elected in July, travel to an international meeting on bioethics.
Method of Evaluation:
Evaluation will be based on participation in the activities and completion of assignments.
Faculty:
Bonnie Desselle, MD and other Pediatric Critical Care faculty
Brian Barkemeyer, MD and other Neonatology faculty
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number: 2 per block
Objectives:
This elective is broken up into 2 consecutive 2 week sessions in the PICU and NICU. The student will be involved in the care of critically ill PICU and NICU patients with an emphasis on understanding relevant pathophysiology, especially as it applies to therapeutic interventions.
Means of Implementation:
The student will take part in patient care with skills including physical exam, lab and radiology assessment, charting, patient rounds, and procedures when available. Students will be expected to have background knowledge of general pediatrics prior to enrolling in this block.
Method of Evaluation:
The student will be evaluated by daily observation from the attending physicians and pediatric residents. Evaluation will be based on attendance, clinical skills, attitude, and evidence of understanding relevant pediatric problems.
Faculty:
Dr. Raghubir Mangat
Dr. Suzanne LeFevre
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of Students: one per block - this will be first come first serve and should be arranged through Bobbie Millet in the Office of Student Affairs. Students should contact her. She'll keep track of requests and let the students know if their request is granted
Objectives:
Responsibilities will include performing independent history and physical examinations, developing differential diagnoses and management plans, and discussing those with LSU Pediatrics faculty. Typical patient problems will be acute illnesses, well child visits, and acute problems in children with chronic illnesses.
Means of Implementation:
The schedule will be as follows: (ER hours subject to change – may be evenings)
Mondays 7-3 Children's ER
Tuesdays 9-4 Tiger Care Pediatric Clinic (Canal and Claiborne)
Wednesdays 7-3 Children's ER
Thursdays 7-3 Children's ER
Fridays 9-4 Tiger Care Pediatric Clinic
Method of Evaluation:
Faculty members will grade the participation in each clinic based on the student’s attendance, interest, knowledge, clinical skills, and evidence of reading the assigned literature.
Faculty:
Ryan H. Pasternak, MD, MPH
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: September-May (with preceptor approval)
Number of Students: 1-2 per block
Objectives:
To develop core knowledge and skills in adolescent health care. Enhance the fundamental skills of history taking, physical examination and health related counseling taught in 3rd year clinical rotations; and develop understanding of how these skills differ when caring for adolescent patients. Develop understanding of the relationships between risk-behaviors, morbidity and mortality, and health care or public health interventions for adolescents.
Means of Implementation:
Students are assigned to adolescent focused outpatient clinics including: School Based Health clinics (middle and high schools), College Health Clinics, outpatient adolescent medicine specialty clinics, and on some occasion juvenile justice clinics if desired. Group and individual projects and assignments from appropriate adolescent health literature pertinent to the rotation are integral parts of this elective.
Method of Evaluation:
Faculty members will grade the participation in each clinic based on the student's attendance, interest, knowledge, clinical skills, and evidence of reading and utilizing the assigned literature and projects.
Faculty:
Dr. Richard Howes
Dr. Geeta Dalal
Dr. Donna Jean Wilson
Dr. Mary Kay Thomas
Dr. Cecelia Nervez
Dr. Stephen Barnes
Dr. Suyah Loud
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of Students: 1
Objectives:
A four-week course designed to increase knowledge and skills in the hospital care and follow-up of sick children.
Means of Implementation:
The students are assigned Pediatric patients hospitalized at University Medical Center on a rotating basis. The student attends those patients and makes daily rounds under the direct supervision of Pediatric faculty members. The student will take call every fourth night in the hospital (Neonatology experience is included in the night call). The students also participate in well newborn care and attend various clinics. The clinics to be attended include continuity clinics, Sickle Cell, Pediatric Cardiology, Pediatric , Genetics, Developmental/ Behavioral, Pediatric Rheumatology and Pediatric Dermatology. Senior students prepare a brief seminar of 30 minutes on a topic selected in conjunction with their attending faculty.
Method of Evaluation:
The student is evaluated based on the quality and appropriateness of written records, daily oral presentation on rounds, seminar presentation, clinical capabilities, general fund of knowledge, effort and attitudes.
Faculty:
Dr. Richard Howes
Dr. Stephen Barnes
Dr. Geeta Dalal
Dr. Donna Jean Wilson
Dr. Mary Kay Thomas
Dr. Cecelia Nervez
Dr. Suyah Loud
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of students: 1
Objectives:
A four-week course designed to increase knowledge and skills in the ambulatory care of children.
Means of Implementation:
The student has the responsibility for examining and assessing assigned Pediatric patients in the various University Medical Center Pediatric Ambulatory clinics. The experience exposes the student to a broad range of outpatient conditions ranging from minor illnesses to more complex and uncommon problems. Clinics attended include: Pediatric Urgent Care, Pediatric Chronic Illness, Sickle Cell Clinic, Developmental/ Behavioral, Pediatric Cardiology, and Pediatric Continuity. The general care of hospitalized ill children is included during night call. Students prepare a brief seminar (30 minutes) on a topic chosen in conjunction with the Walk-in Clinic staff during the four week block. Student has "one-on-one" staff contact.
Method of Evaluation:
The student is evaluated based on quality and appropriateness of written records, daily oral presentation in the clinics, seminar presentation, clinical capabilities, general fund of knowledge, effort and attitude.
Faculty:
Dr. Richard Howes
Dr. Sarita Sharma
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of Students: 1
Objectives:
A four-week course designed to increase knowledge and skills in newborn and critical care.
Means of Implementation:
The student has the opportunity to learn fluid management, neonatal resuscitation, assisted ventilation and other critical care skills and invasive procedures in the Newborn Intensive Care Unit (NICU).
Students are assigned patients in the NICU and attend those patients daily under the direct supervision of Neonatologists or other Pediatric faculty. Students take call every fourth night in hospital (General Pediatric experience is included in night call). Students also attend High Risk Neonate Follow-up Clinic. Students are given daily reading assignments and prepare a brief seminar (30 minutes) on a topic selected in conjunction with Neonatology staff. Student has "one-on-one" staff contact .
Method of Evaluation:
The student is evaluated based on quality and appropriateness of written records, daily oral presentations on rounds, seminar presentation, clinical capabilities, general fund of knowledge, effort, and attitudes.
Faculty:
Dr. Steve Spedale
Dr. Sandra Grant
Dr. Jay Graham
and staff
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of students: 1
Objectives:
A four-week course designed to increase knowledge and skills in newborn care.
Means of Implementation:
The student will have primary care responsibilities under close supervision of departmental faculty and will attend rounds, and problem-newborn clinic. The student will learn intensive care techniques.
Method of Evaluation:
The primary method of evaluation will be on a daily basis while the student is performing his/her assigned duties. The faculty will evaluate the student's abilities and attitudes during this time.
Faculty:
Dr. Stewart Gordon and staff
Duration: 4 weeks
Availability: All blocks
Number of students: 2 (all blocks)
Objectives:
To provide opportunities for gaining experience in the evaluation and management of the types of child health problems encountered by pediatricians and family physicians in day-to-day practice in an out-patient setting.
Means of Implementation:
Students will be assigned to: LSUHSC-Earl K. Long Hospital Pediatrics Clinic - general and subspecialty.
Method of Evaluation:
The primary method of evaluation will be a day-to-day basis while the student is performing his/her assigned duties. The faculty will evaluate the student's abilities and attitudes during this time.