Pediatric Immunology/HIV/Rheumatology - PEDI 552
Prerequisites:
Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Clerkships
Location:
University of Maryland
Description and Goals:
This elective offers the student the opportunity for concentrated clinical experience and guided review of the literature in one of two areas of clinical emphasis:
Pediatric HIV and Rheumatology Emphasis: Attend pediatric HIV and exposed infant outpatient clinics at University of Maryland and pediatric rheumatology clinic at University and at private offices of pediatric/adult rheumatologists. Based on guided literature review, an oral case presentation and discussion is required.
Pediatric and Adult HIV Emphasis: Attend outpatient pediatric HIV, HIV-exposed infant and adult HIV clinics at the University of Maryland. Based on guided literature review, an oral case presentation and discussion is required.
Number of Students:
1
Time of Year Available:
Academic weeks 1-48
Hours:
Monday through Friday - Yes
Shiftwork - No
Evenings - No
Weekends - No
Call -No
Faculty Responsible:
Doug Watson, M.D.
(410) 706-7666
dwatson@peds.umaryland.edu
Administrative Contact:
Rose Robinson
(410) 328-6662
Fax: (410) 328-0646
rorobinson@peds.umaryland.edu
Additional Information:
Students must contact the principle preceptor at least two weeks in advance.
Last Revision: April 11, 2013