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2018-2019 Catalog [ARCHIVED CATALOG]
Course Descriptions
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Microbiology, Immunology and Genetics |
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MIMG 6436 Kinases and Phosphatases
2 SCH. Courses focuses on kinases and phosphatases, including introduction to post-translation regulation by phosphorylation P13K/Akt/mTOR kinase, MAP kinase, NF-kB signaling, protein phosphatases, and lipid phosphatases.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Every other Fall - Odd Years
Letter Grade
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Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine |
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OSMM 5140 Seminar in Current Topics
1 SCH. Topics are selected for in-depth study by the student’s major professor and graduate advisor. Topics may cover clinical, mechanistic, and educational aspects of manual/manipulative and musculoskeletal medicine in human and animal models. Students are expected to complete a concept or literature review paper on the topics. May be repeated for credit.
Offered Fall and Spring
Letter Grade
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OSMM 5141 Clinical Research Colloquium
1 SCH. This colloquium course will explore the practical issues of clinical research, review of journal articles and is presented in a seminar format. Speakers will include UNTHSC faculty, invited guests, and student participants.
Offered Fall and Spring
Letter Grade
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OSMM 5310 Introduction to Osteopathic Research and Studies
3 SCH. This course is intended to introduce the student to clinical research project design, institutional procedures for review and approval of research involving human subjects, ethical principles of clinical research, and proper implementation and conduct of clinical trials.
Prerequisite: Student must have completed BMSC 5160.
Offered Fall and Spring
Letter Grade
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OSMM 5390 Special Problems in Clinical Research
3 SCH. Students will conduct research of an individualized problem under the direction and supervision of a graduate faculty mentor.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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OSMM 5391 Special Problems in Clinical Education
3 SCH. Students will develop educational materials and lectures under the direction and supervision of a graduate faculty mentor.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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OSMM 6100 Current Topics in Musculoskeletal Medicine
1 SCH. Topics are selected by the student’s major professor and graduate advisor. Topics include; basic science, clinical research and education aspects of manual/manipulative and musculoskeletal medicine in human and animal models. May be repeated for credit.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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Physical Therapy |
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DPHT 7001 Emotional Intelligence 1
0 SCH. This course will introduce students to the concept of emotional intelligence (EI) and provide context for use of EI related skills in clinical practice and self care. Students will take an individualized EQ-I assessment, be provided with an assessment report, discuss areas of greater and lesser use, and determine how these may be impacting their academic/clinical experiences. Students will develop SMART goals and track them over the course of their program. Learning activities may include lectures, small groups, self-directed study, and individualized coaching/mentoring for areas of concern. Final grade will be determined based upon participation and completion of assignments.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in SHP-DPT
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Pass/No Pass
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DPHT 7002 Emotional Intelligence 2
0 SCH. This course will build on knowledge and skills introduced in DPHT 7001 and continue to examine the concept of emotional intelligence (EI) as well as provided context for use of EI related skills in clinical practice and self-care. Students will complete an individualized EQ-I assessment, be provided with as assessment report, discuss areas of greater and lesser use, and determine how these may be impacting their academic/clinical experiences. Students will develop SMART goals and track them over the course of their program. Learning activities may include lectures, small groups, self-directed study, and individualized coaching/mentoring for areas of concern. Final grade will be determined based upon participation and completion of assignments.
Prerequisite: Enrollment in SHP-DPT and completion of DPHT 7001
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Pass/No Pass
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DPHT 7003 Emotional Intelligence 3
0 SCH. This course will build on knowledge and skills introduced in DPHT 7001, 7002 and continue to examine the concept of emotional intelligence (EI) as well as provided context for use of EI related skills in clinical practice and self-care. Students will complete an individualized EQ-I assessment, be provided with as assessment report, discuss areas of greater and lesser use, and determine how these may be impacting their academic/clinical experiences. Students will develop SMART goals and track them over the course of their program. Learning activities may include lectures, small groups, self-directed study, and individualized coaching/mentoring for areas of concern. Final grade will be determined based upon participation and completion of assignments.
Prerequisite: Must complete DPHT 7001 and DPHT 7002
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Pass/No Pass
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DPHT 7099 Interprofessional Education and Practice Elective
0 SCH. The IPEP elective course will offer students a variety of topics across health profession disciplines.
Offered Spring
Pass/Not Pass
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DPHT 7133 Preliminary Clinical Practicum
1 SCH. Preliminary Clinical Practicum consists of two weeks of supervised full-time clinical practice in the first year of the Summer semester and is the first of five (5) clinical experiences. The course will acquaint the students to various clinical environments. This clinical course emphasizes observation and reflection of characteristics of professional practice as demonstrated by health care providers in clinical practice, as well as a chance to practice basic skills..
Offered Summer
Pass/No Pass
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DPHT 7153 Comprehensive Exams
1 SCH. This course integrates all previous didactic course work and culminates in a simulated complex patient case and a practice physical therapy licensure written examination. This course will provide students the opportunity to synthesize and integrate all of their didactic course work into a simulated physical therapy examination and intervention strategy for patients with complex diagnoses.
This course includes two parts:
a) Taking a comprehensive practical exam
b) A computer-based physical therapy license practice exam
a) Comprehensive Practical Exam:
The purpose of the comprehensive practical examination is to emphasize that students are expected to acquire and cumulatively maintain levels of competence necessary for successful completion of the program and clinical practice after graduation. The comprehensive practical exam will test students¿ knowledge, attitudes, ability to practice safely, and ability to perform psychomotor skills, reasoning, problem-solving skills, time management, organizational skills and clinical experiences completed related to coursework completed in the first two years of the program.
Students are required to pass the comprehensive practical examination. Students must safely and effectively pass the comprehensive practical examinations that have been required as part of their pre-clinical course work prior to going on their full-time clinical experiences. Given the expectation and necessity for safe practice in the clinical setting all students are required to demonstrate safe practice and to meet a minimal passing
grade for the comprehensive practical exam in the program. The minimal passing grade for the comprehensive practical exam is 80%.
Comprehensive practical exam will only be considered for a passing grade if a student demonstrates safe practice. If a student does not demonstrate safe practice the student automatically receives a failing grade, even if they are able to demonstrate successful completion of other exam criteria. Safe practice alone does not ensure a passing grade. Students must also meet the practical exam criteria for a passing grade in order to
successfully pass the examination.
Students who fail the comprehensive practical examination on the first attempt will have opportunities to remediate to re-take a similar examination. The remediation plan will be determined by the course instructors and will be different for each student based on student¿s performance in different areas in the comprehensive practical exam. At the discretion of the course instructors, a student may have a remediation plan that may waive the exam re-take. A student can re-take a comprehensive examination only one time. A re-take for the comprehensive practical examination must be completed during the semester in which the course is offered. Students who have not successfully completed the comprehensive practical examination will not be allowed to go on their clinical education experiences/internships until they have successfully completed the comprehensive practical examination and/or individualized remediation plan.
b) A computer-based physical therapy license practice exam:
The second part of this course consists of taking a physical therapy license practice exam. The purpose of this exam is to help students prepare for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE). The exam gives the students an opportunity to take a timed, computer-based, multiple-choice examination that closely resembles the National Physical Therapy Examination. The exam will provide the most comprehensive resources and tools for students to develop an efficient and effective study plan, assess their individual strengths and weaknesses and increase their critical reasoning skills to pass the National Physical Therapy Examination.
Offered Summer
Pass/No Pass
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DPHT 7192 Capstone
1 SCH. During the capstone experience, the student will be engaged in the following three activities: (1) presenting the scholarly project; (2) taking a comprehensive exam as part of the program’s Post-Test practice comprehensive exam for program evaluation; (3) participating in a licensure preparatory course. The first part of the Capstone course prepares the students to present their scholarly project work in an oral or poster format. The second part of the Capstone course includes a comprehensive practical exam to review the effectiveness of the program’s educational outcomes. The third part of the Capstone course consists of a licensing examination review seminar provided by the professionals in the field of physical therapy educational resources. The seminar will provide the most comprehensive resources and tools for students to develop an efficient and effective study plan, assess their individual strengths and weaknesses and increase their critical reasoning skills to pass the National Physical Therapy Examination.
Offered Spring
Pass/No Pass
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DPHT 7200 Clinical Anatomy II
2 SCH. Clinical Anatomy II is the second in a series of two (2) courses to study human anatomical structures and their function covering chest cavity (wall, lungs, heart, mediastinal structures), abdominal cavity (diaphragm, walls, and all internal organs), and pelvic cavity (walls and organs). Learning strategies utilized include lectures and laboratory-based studies, anatomical models, prosected cadavers, and anatomy software. Regional topographical findings are also correlated with the underlying structures.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7209 Foundations of Physical Therapy
2 SCH. Foundations of Physical Therapy course addresses the professional socialization process, professional values, and professionalism. An understanding of ethical and legal issues affecting the physical therapy profession is taught, with special regard to patient’s rights to confidentiality and dignity. Additionally, professional codes and guides of behavior are emphasized in relation to the delivery of competent, ethical, legal, and compassionate care. Other topics include: verbal and nonverbal communication (active/effective listening, empathetic responding), professional communication, cultural competency, relationships with others (stress management, conflict resolution), and patients’/clients’ emotional responses to illness and disability.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7221 Evidence Based Practice I
2 SCH. EBP I: Research Design & Measurement is the first in a series of four (4) to introduce the student to evidence-based practice concepts that integrate the best available research evidence with clinical expertise and patient’s/client’s unique values and circumstances. The course emphasizes methods to access professional literature databases, and review, analyze and critique the literature that affects physical therapy practice.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7225 Culture/Teaching & Learning
2 SCH. Culture /Teaching & Learning examines cultural and psychosocial issues of special populations in health care with emphasis in physical therapy. Cultural and psychosocial variables are examined in relation to patient/client’s beliefs, attitudes, disease/injury, ethnicity, homelessness, traditions, empowerment and partnership. Empathetic responding, patient-centered care approach, and utilization of teaching and learning strategies are included to enhance DPT student’s role as a patient/client’s educator.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7231 Evidence Based Practice II
3 SCH. EBP II is the second in a series of four (4) to use patient case scenarios to answer clinical questions in regard to patient’s/client’s diagnosis, measurement, prognosis, intervention, comparison intervention, and outcomes using research designs, variables, measurement and validity. This course emphasis will be evaluating case scenarios to appraise the evidence and answer questions about diagnosis, measurement, and prognosis.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7244 Evidence Based Practice III
2 SCH. EBP III is the third in a series of four (4) to use patient case scenarios to answer clinical questions in regard to patient’s/client’s diagnosis, measurement, prognosis, intervention, comparison intervention, and outcomes using research designs, variables, measurement and validity. This course emphasis will be evaluating case scenarios to appraise the evidence and answer questions about interventions, comparison interventions and outcomes.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7254 Advanced Clinical Diagnostic Testing & Imaging
2 SCH. Advanced Clinical Diagnostic Testing & Imaging discusses the basic principles, purpose and process of imaging analysis applied to patient/client management in physical therapy practice. Basic interpretation methods of assessing radiographic imaging and application of findings to physical therapy examination, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and interventions are included. Additionally, the ability to demonstrate clinical judgment and recognize diagnostic imaging findings that trigger a medical referral is emphasized.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7255 Rural & Underserved Populations
1 SCH. Rural and Under-Served Populations provides physical therapy students an understanding of major issues in the rural health care system and the environment in which the physical therapists as rural health clinicians must function. This course will provide an understanding of the demographics, economics, and structure of the healthcare delivery system in rural America with a concentration to the diverse population in Texas regions. Additionally, the current Federal and state health policy will be examined with special attention on reports from the Center for Rural Affairs and reform legislations addressed by the U.S. Congress and the White House.
Offered Every Other Summer - Odd Years
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7256 Health Promotion
2 SCH. Health Promotion emphasizes discussion and application of elements of health and wellness during the process of examination, evaluation and intervention. Elements of physical activity, nutrition, medical/complimentary strategies, behaviors/risk factors modification are included. The national strategy for improving American health is discussed in context of expanding physical therapists’ role in health promotion through teaching and learning strategies to help patients/clients redesign their lifestyles.
Offered Every other Summer-Even Years
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7270 Business & Leadership in Physical Therapy
2 SCH. Business & Leadership in Physical Therapy discusses principles of leadership and management for physical therapy practice, including ethical behaviors and beliefs; change management; motivating; coaching and mentoring; lifelong learning; business and strategic planning; financial management; personnel recruitment and retention; liability issues and risk management; effective marketing and consulting skills.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7271 Prosthetics, Orthotics & Advanced Gait
2 SCH. Prosthetics, Orthoses & Advanced Gait discusses pathological gait of patients/clients with neuromuscular, musculoskeletal and/or integumentary impairments/functional limitations using prosthetic and orthotic devices. The course emphasizes types of orthotic and prosthetic devices, assessments, reassessment and corrections of gait deviations using therapeutic interventions geared toward functional interventions, patient/family education, exercises, and balance and coordination techniques.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7272 Evidence Based Practice IV
3 SCH. EBP IV is the fourth and last one in a series of four (4) to use patient case scenarios to answer clinical questions in regard to patient’s/client’s diagnosis, measurement, prognosis, intervention, comparison intervention, and outcomes using research designs, variables, measurement and validity. This course emphasis will be in the critical analysis of current practice guidelines and clinical trials to answer clinical questions in any practice setting.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7305 Applied Anatomy and Kinesiology
3 SCH. Applied Anatomy & Kinesiology is an integrated study of applied anatomy, kinesiology, and biomechanics as they relate specifically to the analysis of human movement. Emphasis is placed on observational skills as well as an integrated understanding of muscle function and resultant musculoskeletal movements.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7307 Clinical Reasoning I
3 SCH. Clinical Reasoning I is the first in a series of two (2) to cover differential diagnosis within the scope of physical therapy practice. Exploration of basic concepts of clinical decision making and problem solving are included, and models of clinical reasoning are identified. Additionally, the course introduces the Guide terminology regarding disease, pathophysiology, impairments, functional limitation, disability, handicap and societal limitation. Using patient case scenarios, the course integrates clinical screening process of the physical examination including history taking, physiologic status, posture, flexibility, strength/motor performance. The WHO ICF model is emphasized throughout the course delineating the consequences of disease and injury at the level of the person and of society.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7320 Integrated Control of Movement
3 SCH. The Integrated Control of Movement course introduces a framework that enables learners to incorporate current theory and research on motor control into clinical practice. The emphasis of this course is analyzing information from evidence-based research to understand movement patterns and implications for therapeutic interventions. Laboratory practice highlights tests and measures that characterize or quantify posture, gait, locomotion, balance, and the initiation, modification and control of movement patterns during motor learning. Mechanisms of neural plasticity and their impact on patient’s/client’s recovery of function and considerations for evidence-based intervention are applied to virtual case studies.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7323 Applied Exercise Physiology
3 SCH. Applied Exercise Physiology concentrates on physiological and biochemical responses occurring in various body systems with exercise/activity in healthy individuals and individuals with diseases/disorders. Neural, muscular, cardiovascular and pulmonary adaptations to regular exercise of various types are discussed. Factors that influence the response to exercise such as age, sex and environment are discussed. Principles of exercise testing and prescription are addressed for healthy individuals as well as patients in rehabilitation using exercise as a preventive and/or intervention tool.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7324 Development and Geriatrics
3 SCH. Development and Geriatrics follows sequential human development from neonate through geriatric, as applied to physical, cognitive and psychosocial changes observed in physical therapy practice. Special emphasis is on physical therapy examination and evaluation of gross motor skills in children and older adults. Neuromusculoskeletal changes are analyzed to determine the rate of change and patterns of development. Theories of normal and pathological aging are discussed as well as integration of physical, psychosocial and social issues of aging in physical therapy practice. Stages of development are also related to patient’s/client’s teaching and learning strategies for parents of infants, toddlers, preschoolers, school-age children, adolescents, and respectively young, middle and old adults.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7330 Therapeutic Exercise I
2 SCH. Therapeutic Exercise I is the first in a series of two to discuss the application of neuromuscular control principles, anatomy, and biomechanics to the development of sound therapeutic exercise procedures. Throughout the course, emphasis will be placed on the interpretation of research literature as it pertains to therapeutic exercise prescription for individuals with movement dysfunction. The concepts specificity of training and milestone progression will be included in the course’s four primary areas: range of motion, stretching, training for optimal strength/endurance/skill, and population considerations.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7331 Therapeutic Interventions I
2 SCH. Therapeutic Interventions I is an integrated study of theoretical basis for patient’s/client’s examination, evaluation and intervention strategies used to alleviate movement dysfunction caused by a multitude of pathologies. Developing knowledge and skills in proper patient and therapist body mechanics, transfer techniques, bed mobility training, wheelchair design, patient positioning and draping and use of ambulatory assistive devices are emphasized. Additionally, the course will include development of a plan of care taking into consideration problem solving, clinical decision making evidenced based practice and patient-centered care for a patient with movement dysfunction and/or pain.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7332 Therapeutic Interventions II
2 SCH. Therapeutic Interventions II is an integrated study of the theoretical basis for patient’s/client’s examination, evaluation and intervention strategies used in acute care settings. Concepts related to medical and physical management of a patient/client as related to injury and disease/disorder will be discussed. Additionally, the course will include the utilization of physical agents in the plan of care taking into consideration problem solving, clinical decision making and most current research.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7340 Cardiovascular- Pulmonary and Integumentary PT
3 SCH. Cardiovascular-Pulmonary and Integumentary PT is an integrated study of the examination, evaluation and management of patients/clients with cardiovascular, pulmonary, and integumentary diseases/dysfunctions. Emphasis is placed on the integration of results from diagnostic tests and measures with physical findings for the development of a physical therapy plan of care and implementation of appropriate interventions.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7342 Neuromuscular Physical Therapy I
4 SCH. Neuromuscular Physical Therapy I is the first in a series of two (2) to focus on examination, evaluation and interventions of a patient/client with neurologic, neuromuscular and developmental dysfunctions. Course content has been designed to provide the student with a basic understanding of the pathophysiology and physical therapy management related to neuromuscular disorders. Emphasis is placed on the mechanism of injury, survey of epidemiology and etiology, symptomatology, pathology, and acute management and prognosis of specific neuromuscular disorders. The course content has been designed to provide the student with an understanding of theoretical treatment models based on normal sensorimotor development, neurophysiology, and motor control as a basis for clinical decision making. Treatment approaches to be discussed include Neurodevelopmental Treatment (NDT), Brunnstrom, Proprioceptive Neuromuscular Facilitation (PNF), and Motor Relearning Program (MRP). Integration of treatment approaches will be emphasized. Upon completion of the course, students will be expected to synthesize course content in such a way as to demonstrate competency in the professional behaviors necessary for becoming an effective physical therapist.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7343 Clinical Reasoning II
3 SCH. Clinical Reasoning II: Advanced Examination & Evaluation is the second in a series of two (2) to cover differential diagnosis within the scope of physical therapy practice. Further exploration of the physical therapy examination, evaluation and management process is included. Using patient case scenarios, Recognizing histories, risk factors, and signs and symptoms of conditions that may indicate referral is emphasized.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7350 Therapeutic Exercise II
1 SCH. Therapeutic Exercise II is the second in a series of two (2) to discuss the integration of therapeutic exercise/interventions prescription with evidence based practice and outcome selection. Management guidelines based on pathophysiology and patient’s/client’s impairments are emphasized for acute, subacute and chronic medical conditions. Application of therapeutic exercises using these guidelines is applied to body systems/structures for various medical conditions.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7352 Neuromuscular Physical Therapy II
4 SCH. Neuromuscular Physical Therapy II is the second in a series of two (2) to focus on examination, evaluation and interventions of adult and children with neurologic, neuromuscular and developmental dysfunctions. The instructional approach of the course will include didactic lecture and case study presentations with an emphasis on problem-oriented learning in an effort to encourage active student participation and clinical decision making. Laboratory sessions will emphasize the development of specific psychomotor skills necessary for the successful assessment and treatment of the adult neurological client. Dysfunctions include, but are not limited, to cerebral palsy, spina bifida, muscular dystrophy, and developmental coordination disorders.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7400 Clinical Anatomy I
4 SCH. Clinical Anatomy I is the first in a series of two (2) courses designed to study human anatomical structures and their function, covering upper extremity, back/vertical column, lower extremity, head and neck, eyes and ears, and neural anatomy (motor, sensory and autonomic systems.) Learning strategies utilized include lectures and laboratory-based studies, anatomical models, prosected cadavers, and anatomy software. Regional and topographical findings are also correlated with the underlying structures.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7445 Clinical Practicum I
3 SCH. Clinical Practicum I consists of six (6) weeks of full time clinical practice in a clinical environment. This course is the second in a series of five (5) supervised full-time clinical experiences. This clinical course emphasizes application of physical therapy knowledge, skills and behaviors appropriate to patient and practice management
Offered Fall
Pass/No Pass
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DPHT 7501 Clinical Medicine I
3 SCH. Clinical Med I is the first in a series of two (2) courses to cover the basic pathophysiology that physical therapists may deal with during their practice including the following: nervous, muscular, cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal, gastrointestinal, metabolic reproductive and endocrine systems.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7502 Clinical Medicine II
3 SCH. Clinical Med II is the second in a series of two (2) to provide a foundation in understanding the medications used across the lifespan to treat a variety of diagnoses commonly seen in clinical practice. Emphasis will be on Anti-inflammatory, muscle relaxants, musculoskeletal, neurological, and cardiopulmonary pharmacotherapy in relation to adverse clinical reactions. Additionally, this course introduces pharmacokinetic and pharmacodynamics principles, potential drug interactions seen in patients/clients receiving physical therapy and integrate these principles with common pathologies.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7541 Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy I
4 SCH. Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy I is the first in a series of two (2) to discuss the musculoskeletal dysfunction philosophy as related primarily to musculoskeletal problems of the extremities and peripheral joints. Principles of musculoskeletal examination, evaluation, and interventions of a patient/client with musculoskeletal dysfunction are presented. Intervention approaches emphasize manual therapy strategies.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7551 Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy II
4 SCH. Musculoskeletal Physical Therapy II is the second in a series of two (2) to discuss the musculoskeletal dysfunction philosophy as related primarily to the spine. Spinal evaluation and interventions, spinal mobilization, dynamic stabilization programs, muscle imbalances and industrial rehabilitation are presented. Intervention approaches emphasize manual therapy strategies.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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DPHT 7560 Clinical Practicum II
4 SCH. Clinical Practicum II consists of eight (8) weeks of full time supervised clinical practice and is the third in a series of five (5) clinical experiences. This clinical course emphasizes application and analysis of physical therapy knowledge, skills and behaviors appropriate to patient and practice management.
Offered Fall
Pass/No Pass
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DPHT 7673 Clinical Practicum III
4 SCH. Clinical Practicum III consists of eight (8) weeks of full time supervised clinical practice and is the fourth in a series of five (5) clinical experiences. This clinical course continues the focus of DPHT 7560 through application and further analysis of physical therapy knowledge, skills and behaviors appropriate to patient and practice management.
Offered Fall
Pass/No Pass
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DPHT 7780 Internship
6 SCH. Directed Internship consists of twelve (12) weeks of full time supervised clinical practice in the student’s selected area(s) of physical therapy practice which refines the critical thinking and clinical decision making processes as well as integration of evidence-based practice to guide autonomous practice and professional development.
Offered Spring
Pass/No Pass
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MPAS 5001 Emotional Intelligence 1
0 SCH. This course will introduce students to the concept of emotional intelligence (EI) and provide context for use of EI related skills in clinical practice and self-care. Students will take an individualized EQ-I assessment, be provided with an assessment report, discuss areas of greater and lesser use, and determine how these may be impacting their academic/clinical experiences. Students will develop SMART goals and track them over the course of their program. Learning activities may include lectures, small groups, self-directed study, and individualized coaching/mentoring for areas of concern. Final grade will be determined based upon participation and completion of assignments.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in SHP-MPAS program
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Pass/No Pass
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MPAS 5002 Emotional Intelligence 2
0 SCH. This course will build on knowledge and skills introduced in MPAS 5001 and continue to examine the concept of emotional intelligence (EI) as well as provided context for use of EI related skills in clinical practice and self-care. Students will complete an individualized EQ-I assessment, be provided with as assessment report, discuss areas of greater and lesser use, and determine how these may be impacting their academic/clinical experiences. Students will develop SMART goals and track them over the course of their program. Learning activities may include lectures, small groups, self-directed study, and individualized coaching/mentoring for areas of concern. Final grade will be determined based upon participation and completion of assignments.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in SHP MPA, MPAS 5001
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Pass/No Pass
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MPAS 5003 Emotional Intelligence 3
0 SCH. This course will build on knowledge and skills introduced in MPAS 5001, 5002 and continue to examine the concept of emotional intelligence (EI) as well as provided context for use of EI related skills in clinical practice and self-care. Students will complete an individualized EQ-I assessment, be provided with as assessment report, discuss areas of greater and lesser use, and determine how these may be impacting their academic/clinical experiences. Students will develop SMART goals and track them over the course of their program. Learning activities may include lectures, small groups, self-directed study, and individualized coaching/mentoring for areas of concern. Final grade will be determined based upon participation and completion of assignments.
Prerequisite: Enrolled in SHP MPA, MPAS 5001, MPAS 5002
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Pass/No Pass
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MPAS 5099 Interprofessional Education and Practice Elective
0 SCH. IPEP elective course will offer students a variety of topics across health profession disciplines.
Offered Spring
Pass/Not Pass
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MPAS 5190 Senior Seminar
3 SCH. The senior seminar is a capstone course designed to assess the graduate competencies required for entry into the PA profession in the areas of knowledge base, patient management skills, and professionalism. Presentations, lectures and workshops are provided during the course to assist students in preparing for the PA National Certifying Examination after graduation. Assessment is conducted using practical examinations, oral exams, case presentations, attendance and participation, documentation of care experiences, and written examinations.
Offered Spring
Pass/No Pass
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MPAS 5201 PA Master’s Project
2 SCH. This course requires students to complete a scholarly project. Through lecture and question/feedback sessions, students choose a clinical question of interest, review relevant published research, analyze data, and report results. Assessment is conducted using written assignments.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5203 Dermatology
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Dermatology from a primary care perspective. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Also covered is the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Prerequisite: Satisfactory completion of didactic phase of program.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5205 Clinical Skills
2 SCH. This course teaches students basic clinical skills. Areas of focus include suturing, sterile technique, casting, venipuncture, injection and intravenous techniques, male and female genitalia examinations, and endotracheal intubation. During this course, students will be certified in American Heart Association Basic and Advanced Cardiac Life Support. Assessment is accomplished through written examinations, participation, and performance of clinical skills.
Offered Spring
Pass/No Pass
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MPAS 5207 Prin of Evidence Based Med
3 SCH. This course is designed to develop the student’s ability to interpret and appraise evidence in the medical literature and apply the results to clinical decision-making. The first part of the course focuses on addressing the quality of research findings related to purpose, study design, sample-size, data, statistical analysis, and interpretation of results. The second part focuses on examining the quality and applicability of the evidence base for clinical questions using evidence-based decision making skills. Assessment is conducted using lab assignments, individual projects, and written examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5208 Clinical Anatomy 2
2 SCH. This course is a continuation of Clinical Anatomy I and facilitates the study of human anatomical structures, their function, and their relationship to selected disease processes with emphasis on the application of this knowledge to PA practice. Learning strategies utilized include lectures, group activities, team-based learning activities, laboratory-based studies, anatomical models, plastinated specimens, prosected cadavers, and anatomy software. Regional and topographical findings are correlated with the underlying structures. This course focuses on the anatomical relationships of organs and organ systems and how these relationships inform and influence diagnosis and therapy. Assessments are conducted using written examinations and lab practicals.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5211 Medical Interviewing
2 SCH. This course will teach the PA student to conduct and document a complete medical history. A series of lectures will define the rules, norms, and ethics governing the collection and documentation of medical information as well as detail the structure and function of the complete medical history. Structured writing exercises are assigned which give the PA student an opportunity to apply what they have learned to a simulated patient encounter. Assessment is conducted using written examinations, videotaped exercises, and writing assignments.
Offered Spring
Pass/No Pass
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MPAS 5241 CIM 1
2 SCH. This course will integrate knowledge and skills acquired through previous coursework in preparation for the clinical phase of training. Students will have practical experiences that provide them with opportunities to refine their medical interviewing and physical exam skills. Students may participate in developing treatment plans. Clinical decision-making and differential diagnostic skills are developed through small group and/or individual reflection activities. Assessment is conducted using quizzes and practical examinations.
Offered Fall
Pass/No Pass
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MPAS 5242 CIM 2
2 SCH. This course is designed to facilitate the transition from the didactic to the clinical phase of training by continuing to integrate medical knowledge and skills and by further developing clinical reasoning skills. Lecture, discussion and self-directed learning activities are incorporated into this course. Students may participate in inter-professional experiences and refine data collection, clinical decision-making and patient presentation skills. Assessment is conducted using quizzes and practical examinations.
Offered Fall
Pass/No Pass
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MPAS 5250 Emergency Medicine
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Emergency Medicine. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5255 Neurology
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Neurology from the primary care perspective. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5260 Head, Eyes, Ears, Nose, and Throat
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Ophthalmology and Otorhinolaryngology from the primary care perspective. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5265 Endocrinology
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Endocrinology from the primary care perspective. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5270 Genitourinary System
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Urology and Nephrology from the primary care perspective. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5271 Women’s Health
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in women’s health from the primary care perspective. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, risk factors, pathophysiology, expected history and physical examination findings, diagnostic laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, disease prevention, and screening guidelines will be included. Learning activities may included lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study, and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations. **This course is for Class of 2021 and later.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5275 Pulmonology
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Pulmonology from the primary care perspective. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, case studies, and self-directed study. Assessment is conducted using written examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5280 Gastroenterology
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Gastroenterology from the primary care perspective. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5290 Approach to PA Practice
2 SCH. This course provides an introduction to a variety of topics that are relevant to PA professional practice with a particular emphasis on underserved and diverse patient populations. Through lecture presentations, class discussions, and group interactions, PA students explore the factors that affect delivery of healthcare to underserved and diverse populations including resource management, cultural issues, institutional barriers and provider bias. This course also stresses the role of the PA in health promotion in medical practice. Students are encouraged to consider the social, psychological, spiritual, economic, cultural, and ethical aspects of health promotion within the challenges of the modern health care system. Assessments may include written assignments, group presentations, in-class activities, and reflective discussion board assignments.
Offered Fall
Pass/No Pass
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MPAS 5302 Fund of Behavioral Science
2 SCH. This course presents common psychosocial conditions encountered in primary care practice. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Also covered is the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and opportunities for prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5322 Physical Diagnosis
3 SCH. This course introduces students to skills used in developing a differential diagnosis. Students learn to elicit a problem-focused history and physical and analyze those findings, augmented by information gathered from the interpretation of lab/diagnostic studies, to arrive at a possible diagnosis given selected findings. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations, independent study, group assignments, and writing assignments.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5360 Pediatric Medicine
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Pediatric Medicine. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5370 Women’s Health
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Women’s Health. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5380 Musculoskeletal System
2 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in Orthopedics and Rheumatology from the primary care perspective. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Students also learn the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5390 HLM: Hematology & Lab Medicine
2 SCH. This course presents an introduction to hematologic conditions and common laboratory diagnostic tests. The exploration of hematologic conditions focuses on diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management as well as the relevant epidemiology, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory studies, treatments, and monitoring. The laboratory portion covers indications for common laboratory tests, normal values, interpretation of results, and correlation with clinical conditions. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study, and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and/or lab quizzes and examinations.
Offered Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5401 Clinical Anatomy 1
4 SCH. This course facilitates the study of human anatomical structures, their function, and their relationship to selected disease processes with emphasis on the application of this knowledge to PA and PT practice. Learning strategies utilized include lectures, group activities, team-based learning activities, laboratory-based studies, anatomical models, plastinated specimens, prosected cadavers, and anatomy software. Regional and topographical findings are correlated with the underlying structures. This course focuses on neurological, muscular, skeletal, and head/neck anatomy and relationships and how these relationships inform and influence diagnosis and therapy. Assessments are conducted using computer-based and written examinations and lab practicals.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5404 Clinical Pharmacology
4 SCH. This course introduces principles of pharmacology to develop understanding and application of effective and safe therapeutic regimens for patients. Course objectives involve learning basic principles of pharmacology such as pharmacokinetics, pharmacodynamics, drug absorption, metabolism and excretion. These basic components are applied to understanding commonly prescribed drugs and drug classes including their therapeutic application, mechanisms of action, adverse effects, and drug interactions. An integral part of the course is writing prescriptions and dosage calculation. Assessment is conducted using written examinations.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5406 Cardiovascular Medicine
4 SCH. This course presents common conditions encountered in cardiovascular medicine from the primary care perspective. The course focuses upon diagnosis, differential diagnosis, and patient management. Also covered is the relevant epidemiology, demographics, pathophysiology, expected history and physical, laboratory and imaging studies, treatments, and monitoring. Students also learn how to utilize, evaluate, and interpret 12-lead and rhythm electrocardiograms. Important patient education, health promotion, and disease prevention will be included. Learning activities may include lectures, labs, case studies, small groups, self-directed study and individual activities. Assessment is conducted using written and lab examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5410 Introduction to Disease
4 SCH. This course introduces the basic etiologies and pathogenesis that underlie diseases. Through lecture presentations and case discussions, students are introduced to the origin and development of most diseases, emphasizing injury due to inflammatory, vascular, immunologic, neoplastic, developmental, genetic, and infectious mechanisms. Assessment is conducted using written examinations.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5412 Physical Exam Skills with Lab
4 SCH. This course teaches the novice PA student how to perform a complete physical exam on an adult patient. Lecture, laboratory, and small group activities are utilized to deliver the skills needed to successfully perform a detailed and thorough physical exam. The student will learn patient education relative the physical exam, correct examination technique, selected special physical exams, and interpretation and reporting of physical exam findings. This course also introduces the student to proper documentation of a physical exam using appropriate medical terminology. Emphasis is placed on recognizing normal findings but selected abnormalities are also presented and discussed. Assessment is conducted using written examinations, practical examinations, written assignments, and participation in lab sessions.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5450 Elective 2
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience in an area chosen by the student, according to the student’s individual clinical interest and approved by the Director of Clinical Education (or designee) for the PA program. Standardized educational objectives for this practicum must be satisfactorily achieved. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, completion of a written assignment covering course objectives, participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5451 Underserved Clinical Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the unique relationship between the primary care provider and the patient population in underserved settings. Students learn the aspects of providing care, as well as, the health care resources available in underserved communities. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5452 Elective 1
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical practice experience that allows the student to gain 4 additional weeks of practical experience in a specialty area of clinical practice. The practicum focuses on evaluation and ongoing management of patients with complex clinical problems pertaining to a specialty area. The student is anticipated to perform and/or assist with routine procedures conducted in the specialty area. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, completion of a written assignment and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5454 Pediatrics Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the patient population that includes infants, small children and adolescents up to age 18. Students learn to evaluate, monitor and manage common pediatric problems and emergencies, and act as a guide and resource to patients and their families as they progress through the growth and development from infancy through childhood and adolescence. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5455 Clinical Practicum Elective 4
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that allows the student to gain additional practical experience in a specialty area of clinical or surgical practice. The practicum focuses on the evaluation and ongoing management of patients with complex medical conditions pertaining to a medical or surgical specialty. The student is anticiated to perform and/or assist with routine procedures conducted in the specialty area. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluation, written assignments, participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Prerequisite: Must have been promoted from didactic phase of program curriculum.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5456 Psychiatry Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the evaluation and management of patients with a variety of psychiatric problems. The practicum will provide the opportunity to develop an understanding of the role of PA’s, psychiatrists, psychologists, social workers and nurses in the care of psychiatric patients. Students develop the skills necessary to evaluate, monitor and manage common mental health problems. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5458 Women’s Health SCPE
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the impact of disease processes related to the reproductive system of female patients. Students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to evaluate, manage and educate patients in the areas of women’s health, human sexuality, birth control, infertility, pregnancy, pre and postnatal care, and menopause. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5459 Emergency Medicine Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the skills and knowledge necessary to recognize conditions that have the potential to progress to life threatening or potentially disabling conditions. Students will learn to triage and stabilize patients with life threatening or potentially disabling conditions, utilize lab and imaging studies, and interact with other health care professionals and victims’ families in times of extreme stress. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5460 Inpatient Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on practice-based learning within the inpatient setting. Experiences in the inpatient setting provide students with opportunities to learn the unique healthcare requirements of the hospitalized patient, including admission physical exams, documenting patient care, determining admission and discharge orders, and developing patient care plans that address dietary needs, ambulatory restrictions, and patient safety. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, completion of a written assignment covering course objectives, multiple choice quizzes, and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5612 Human Physiology
5 SCH. This course is an advanced study of the physiology of human organs, systems, and cellular function. Basic knowledge of metabolism and nutrition is also included. This course will highlight physiological principles that apply to clinical medicine, disease processes, and pharmacotherapeutics. Learning strategies include didactic lectures which are supplemented with relevant clinical case discussion. Assessment is conducted using written examinations.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5800 Placeholder Practicum
8 SCH. SCH. Placeholder Practicum is designed to hold the 8 SCH that PA Year 2’s will be enrolled in during their spring semester.
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MPAS 5853 Internal Medicine Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the adult patient population by concentrating on the evaluation and ongoing treatment of patients with complex medical problems and/or chronic illness. This practicum contains experiences in both the outpatient and inpatient setting for the discipline. The student will perform or assist in procedures commonly used in internal medicine. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5855 Family Medicine SCPE
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that encompasses the treatment of patients from pediatrics to geriatrics. It focuses on important aspects related to health maintenance and preventive care, and the traditional aspects of primary care as it relates to the patient, family and community. Students will develop the skills necessary to evaluate, monitor and manage common health problems. This course is designed for the student to demonstrate their cognitive ability while applying practical standards of care. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5857 Surgery Practicum
4 SCH. This is a supervised clinical experience that focuses on the evaluation and management of the pre and post-surgical patient. Students gain experience in the operating room, including proper sterile technique, the efficient use of surgical instruments, and surgical techniques. This practicum contains experiences in general surgery and specialty surgery settings in outpatient and inpatient areas of the discipline. Assessment is conducted using preceptor evaluations, end of rotation examination and participation in patient care and PASS Day activities.
Offered Fall, Spring, Summer
Letter Grade
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MPAS 5990 Physician Assistant Directed Studies
1-23 SCH. This course represents a unique classroom and/or laboratory-based learning experience designed with the needs of individual student in mind. It provides a student-centered alternative method to enhance or increase learning of subject(s) related to the study of health and disease. Course length and semester credit value vary based on content and schedule. Assessment varies according to subject matter.
Offered Fall
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5140 Seminar in Current Topics
1 SCH. Specialized weekly lectures on topics of current interest by students, faculty and/or invited speakers. May be repeated for credit.
Offered Fall, Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5141 Current Topics in Ion Channels
1 SCH. Specialized weekly lectures on topics of current interest in ion channels by students and/or faculty.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5300 Cardiovascular Physiology
3 SCH. Designed to familiarize the student with current concepts in human cardiovascular function with an emphasis on the heart and circulation. Topics include hemodynamics and regional circulations, neural control of the heart and circulation, cardiac electrophysiology, molecular basis of myocardial contraction, myocardial metabolism & ischemia, and cardiac failure. Course format includes lectures and discussion of assigned material, student presentations, and examinations.
Prerequisite: Student must complete BMSC 6201, BMSC 6202, BMSC 6203, and BMSC 6204.
Offered Fall- Even Years
Letter Grade
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PHAN 5302 Physiology and Pathophysiology of the Renal & Respiratory Systems
3 SCH. Focused examination of current preclinical and clinical research in the renal and respiratory systems. Examples of specific topics include: renal tubular transport mechanisms and their regulation, integrated renal and respiratory responses to acid-base disorders; mechanisms of inflammation-induced renal and pulmonary dysfunction; impact of exercise training on pulmonary function and its neural control. Course format includes lectures, student presentations of assigned reading drawn from the current literature. Grades will be assigned based on class participation, performance on mid-term and final examinations, and an NIH-style grant application relevant to the renal and/or respiratory systems.
Offered Spring
Letter Grade
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