Clerkship Goal
The specialty of obstetrics and gynecology is dynamic – growing,
changing and evolving in response to patient population needs, treatment
modalities, economic influences and political/legislative concerns. The
Ob-Gyn is not only the physician for the reproductive needs of patients
but often the sole provider of primary and preventive care needs of women.
During this clerkship we will provide you with a foundation of knowledge
and skills to manage the health care needs of women.
Clerkship Objectives
I. Clinical Skills: Acquire the basic
knowledge and skills in obstetrics and gynecology required of all primary
care physicians. These include:
- Take an ob/gyn history.
- Be familiar with screening recommendations for primary care of
female patients including prenatal care, Pap smear screening, contraceptive
management, menopause, etc.
- Perform an adequate pelvic examination and Pap smear.
- Diagnose and treat common ob/gyn problems.
- Know when to obtain and ob/gyn consultation.
- Understand the interface between ob/gyn and other clinical disciplines.
- Obtain experience in managing pregnancy.
II. Behavioral Standards: Develop
professional behavior and the skills necessary to communicate with patients
and other health care workers effectively.
- Respect and protect the bond of trust and the confidentiality between
physician and patient.
- Not levy judgment on patients in the course of evaluating and managing
their medical problems.
- Be sensitive to the cultural, religious and socioeconomic issues
that impact the patient’s experience of health and illness.
- Appreciate the patient as an equal partner in medical decision-making.
- Understand and respect the interdependence of all members of the
health care team.
III. Professional Development: Cultivate
intellectual and scientific enthusiasm for ob/gyn and provide appropriate
exposure to ob/gyn practice allowing students to make informed career
specialty choices.
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