Student Affairs Electives

Course Details

Dermatology

Course Name:Clinical Dermatology
Course Number:ME-411
Elective Type:B1
Coordinator(s):Contact: Nancy Hennessey (Primary) hennessn@ummhc.org or 508-334-5971
Department:Medicine
Sites Available:Fallon Clinic & Private Offices
Months Offered:Call Coordinator, Limited availability/not offered every month
Number of Students / Month:
Prerequisites:UMASS 3rd & 4th year students only (Preference will be given to 4th yr. students) 
Elective Description: This elective will facilitate the student’s understanding of common diseases of the skin seen in a private practice setting.  The student will have a basic understanding of approaches to diagnosing and treating common skin diseases.  He/She will also develop a sense for which patients need to be referred to a dermatologist. 
Note: NA
Location: Fallon Clinic or Private Office affiliates
Website: http://www.umassmed.edu/medicine/