ME654 Pediatrics

The Pediatrics supervised clinical practice experience (SCPE) allow for the students’ application of history taking, physical examination, diagnosis, and management of patients in the pediatric population. During this five-week course the student will be given the opportunity to: (1) perform well child exams, (2) perform pediatric problem-oriented exams, (3) evaluate common pediatric illnesses, and (4) evaluate the care of the newborn. Emphasis will also be placed on patient and family education on treatment and preventative measures for common pediatric conditions. This course may include extended clinical care hours, inpatient services, emergency department, hospital call, and community responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the supervising preceptor. This course may include extended clinical care hours, inpatient services, emergency department, hospital call, and community responsibilities as deemed appropriate by the supervising preceptor.