MED 505 – Intro to Research Skills for Evidence-Based Medicine
The student will have an opportunity to develop research skills related to Evidence-Based Medicine (EBM). Students will be introduced to concepts of research analysis and critical thinking. At the end of this course, the student will be able to identify and frame a clinical question based on therapy, diagnosis, prognosis or etiology; develop a focused search strategy to identify articles that best answer the clinical question; find the appropriate medical database; and critically appraise articles for validity. The class will be presented with two assignments and a final that require independent utilization of various types of EBM resources. Students will use technological resources that are available online and in the Saba University School of Medicine library.
(3 credits; 40 hrs. Lecture/Lab)
MED 601 – Biochemistry
The biochemical pathways of living organisms are studied to include the structure of biomolecular chemistry and an understanding of energy yielding processes and the transfer of genetic material. Includes a study of the chemistry and reactions of constituents of living matter, including the carbohydrates, lipids, proteins, nucleic acids, vitamins, coenzymes, and minerals; the chemistry and regulation of the reactions and processes of whole organisms; endocrinology; enzymology; nutrition; intermediary metabolism, and biochemical mechanisms in selected disease states.
(10 credits; 142 hrs. Lecture/Lab)
MED 602 – Human Physiology
The principles of human physiology are first studied then followed by an intensive overview of human organ system physiology to include neural, muscular, cardiovascular, respiratory, endocrine, gastrointestinal, and kidney physiological processes. The goals of this program are to enhance the student’s ability to critically analyze the cell biology mechanisms governing the functions of each system and to utilize physiological concepts in problem solving.
(10 credits; 156 hrs. Lecture/Lab) Prerequisites: Histology, Anatomy
MED 606 – Doctor/Patient Relationship II
During this course, students will begin to learn the essentials of performing a physical examination through a systems-based approached. This course allows students to apply their knowledge and understanding, and problem solving abilities in new or unfamiliar environments within broader (or multidisciplinary) contexts related to their field of study. Lectures along with small group demonstrations of a basic screening physical will be presented. Systems presented in this semester include skin, cardiac, pulmonary, and musculoskeletal. Students will use physical examination models, as well as, electronic/computerized whole body simulators in the Clinical Skills Center to practice these skills in small groups and to reinforce the principles learning in the other basic science courses.
(1 credit; 11 hrs. Lecture/Lab) Prerequisite: Successful completion of all courses in semester 1
MED 703 – Medical Genetics
This course provides the student with an understanding of the principles and concepts upon which current clinical genetic practice (diagnosis, treatment and counseling) is based. This course covers the genetics of human populations and introduces recent and ongoing discoveries so that their future applications may be understood. It builds upon the foundation of basic material introduced in cell biology
(8 credits; 46 hrs. Lecture) Prerequisite: Biochemistry
MED 704 – Epidemiology & Preventive Medicine
A course addressing the fundamentals and principles of the distribution of diseases and their causes in human populations. Students will learn how to conduct epidemiologic investigation, how to critically review medical literature and how to use such information in a clinical environment. To acquire some basic level of proficiency in epidemiologic principals and to understand and be able to apply epidemiology in clinical practice.
(4 credits; 39 hrs. Lecture)