Organ Systems III

The third of three clinical courses arranged as organ systems blocks. Each system covers developmental anatomy, histology, anatomy, immunology, microbiology, pathophysiology, pathology, physiology, pharmacology, infectious diseases and oncology in an integrated manner. The course focuses on the most common diseases and those that best illuminate basic principles. Clinical management presented to illustrate the importance of basic science principles: • Neuroscience: Exploration of anatomy and physiology of the nervous system in both health and disease, correctly performing the neurologic examination, and integrating osteopathic findings, imaging techniques, and biochemical markers to objectively assess the nervous system. Identification of signs, symptoms, and consequences of nervous system pathologies resulting from trauma, ischemia, stroke, infection, toxins, autoimmune, and epigenetic and genetic conditions. Participation in inter-professional case-based learning session with inter-professional learners from other colleges at Baptist Health Sciences University. • Behavioral: Introduction to an overview of mental health issues, including developmental disorders, adaptive and maladaptive behaviors, mood disorders, stress-induced behavior, fear and anxiety disorders, substance abuse, somatoform disorders, and psychoses. Examination of ethical, legal, and social aspects related to neuroscience and behavioral pathologies. • Rheumatology/dermatology Investigation of normal and abnormal structure and function of the integumentary, musculoskeletal, and motor systems. Emphasis on the cellular, tissue, and organ system level, as well as states of disease and dysfunction. • Systems Integration: Integration and application of biomedical and clinical concepts previously presented throughout the first two years of the undergraduate osteopathic medical curriculum. Mastery of foundational biomedical and clinical concepts assessed. Completion of the Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Self-Assessment Examination Phase 1(COMSAE phase 1) to assess readiness to sit COMLEX-USA Level 1 examination. Development of a personalized study plan in preparation for the COMLEX-USA Level 1 examination, required prior to beginning BUCOM’s clinical curriculum (OMS-3). Summative assessment of comprehensive and targeted examination skills, interviewing and communication skills, and osteopathic clinical skills.