Faculty & Staff |
Office Location |
Phone |
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Director:Dang Duong, MD |
Bldg. 26, Ste. 1001, ZOT 4076H |
714-456-6015 |
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Coordinator: Vanessa Aviles |
101 City Drive Bldg. 22A, Rm. 2110 Orange, CA 92868 |
DESCRIPTION
Students spend four weeks as sub-interns during which time they carry the full ward responsibility of an intern. The sub-internship is designed to improve clinical competence and to prepare the students for the challenges and demands of the internship.
PREREQUISITES
This course is intended for third- and fourth-year students enrolled in the undergraduate medical education program at UCI School of Medicine.
RESTRICTIONS
This course is intended for third- and fourth-year students enrolled in the undergraduate medical education program at UCI School of Medicine.
COURSE DIRECTOR
Dr. Duong is the course director for the 536 course.
Alexia Cage is the course coordinator for the 536 course.
INFORMATION FOR THE FIRST DAY
Who to Report to on First Day: Please contact the course coordinator
Location to Report on First Day: Please contact the course coordinator
Time to Report on First Day: Please contact the course coordinator
SITE: UCI Medical Center
DURATION: Four weeks
Scheduling Coordinator: UCI students please call 714-456-8462 to make a scheduling appointment.
Periods Available: The time of the course must be pre-approved by the elective director at least three months prior to the start of the course. No exceptions.
NUMBER OF STUDENTS ALLOWED: Five per rotation
WHAT STUDENTS SHOULD DO TO PREPARE FOR THE COURSE
Details coming soon.
COMMUNICATION WITH FACULTY
Questions about logistics should be directed to the Course Coordinator. Direct questions, comments, or concerns about the course can be directed to the Course Director. Contact information and office location are at the beginning of this document.
The Course Director is also available to meet in person. Please email acage@uci.edu to arrange an appointment. To ensure that your email will not be lost in the large volume of email received, please use the following convention for the subject line:
SUBJECT: COURSE NAME, your last name, your issue (e.g. 536, Smith, Request for appointment)
Course Objective |
Mapped UCI School of Medicine Program Objective |
Sub Competency |
Core Competency |
|---|---|---|---|
Understand and solidify the fundamental knowledge in internal medicine they attained in third year. |
A-1. Knowledge of the structure and function of the major organ systems, including the molecular, biochemical and cellular mechanisms for maintaining homeostasis |
Structure and Function of Organ Systems |
Knowledgeable |
Learn how to effectively apply their medical knowledge in the real clinical settings. |
A-3. Knowledge of basic clinical skills required to meet the skills objectives, including interviewing, physical diagnosis, communication and clinical reasoning processes |
Basic Clinical Skills |
Knowledgeable |
Skillfully conduct medical interviews and perform comprehensive physical examination of patients with utmost professionalism. |
B-1. The ability to competently conduct a medical interview and counseling to take into account patient health beliefs, patient agenda and the need for comprehensive medical and psychosocial assessment B-2. The ability to competently perform a complete and organsystem-specific examination including a mental health status examination |
Medical Interview Physical Exam |
Skillful Skillful |
Use evidence-based medicine to conduct medical care in the highest standards of UC Irvine Medical Center’s Mission Statement. |
B-4. The ability to search medical literature, including electronic databases, and to locate and interpret up-to-date evidence to optimize patient care |
Evidence-Based Medicine |
Skillful |
Provide care in a proactive manner for their patients (actively work with other consultants, coordinate the care among different care services, participate in discharge planning, etc). |
C-1. Honesty and integrity reflecting the standards of the profession, in interacting with colleagues, patients, families and professional organizations D-2. A commitment to patient care and to the well-being of patients and colleagues |
Professionalism Patient Care |
Altruistic Dutiful |
Develop other important qualities to become a truly great physician – compassion, patience, empathy, communication skills, teaching skills, etc. |
C-2. Professional behaviors reflecting compassion and respect for patient privacy, altruism and a commitment to comprehensive, holistic medical care C-3. Sensitivity and awareness of diverse cultures, health beliefs and social factors impacting patient health and illness D-1. A commitment to lifelong learning and independently seeking new knowledge and skills in their own recognized areas of learning deficit D-3. A commitment to serve our community |
Compassion Cultural and Social Awareness Lifelong Learning Community |
Altruistic Altruistic Dutiful Dutiful |
TEXTS AND READINGS: SUGGESTED
Washington Manual of Medical Therapeutics, Harrison's Medical text
MANDATORY SESSIONS
Session Title |
Location |
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N/A |
N/A |
MAJOR ASSIGNMENTS AND EXAMS
GRADING
Medical Students are graded using the following scale: Honors (H), Pass (P), Fail (F), and Incomplete (I). For further information, please review the Grading Policy.
You have 30 days from the date of the grade to appeal any aspect of this grade. Please contact your Clerkship/course Director should you have any questions
Grading and evaluation will be done at the end of each block. The evaluation by the senior resident and the attending will account for 95% of your final grade. The presentation during Sub I meetings will account for the remaining 5% of your final grade. The student will receive a grade of Honors, Pass or Fail. The student's final grade will be submitted on the standard UCI form. The student will be evaluated by attendings and residents in the area of clinical performance, clinical skills, formal presentation, learning accomplishments, attendance, attitude and effort. If the student fails, the elective a grade of "F" will be permanently recorded on his/her transcript. The student can repeat the course for a second grade. However, the "F" will not be removed from the transcript.
Requirements for “Pass”
To receive a grade of Pass, students must demonstrate successful performance in all of the following areas:
- Knowledge
- Patient Care
- Practice-Based Learning
- Interpersonal & Communication Skills
- Professionalism
- Systems-Based Practice
Requirements for “Honors”
To receive a grade of Honors, students must demonstrate exceptional performance in all of the following areas:
- Knowledge
- Patient Care
- Practice-Based Learning
- Interpersonal & Communication Skills
- Professionalism
- Systems-Based Practice
Grounds for “Incomplete”
You will not be issued a grade until all elements of the course have been completed.
REMEDIATION
Remediation, if needed, will be designed by the course director to suit the issue at hand.
Grounds for “Fail”: You will receive a grade of "Fail" if the requirements for passing the course have not been met. Please refer to the Grading Policy for the impact of the "Fail" grade to the transcript.