MPAS 5857 Surgery Practicum

8 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.