Pediatrics * Elective Course Description

Course Name:	Subinternship in Pediatrics (Fulfills the 4th yr Medicine Sub I requirement for UMass students)
Course Number:	PE-404
Elective Type:	A
Elective Director: Coordinator(s):	Timothy Gibson, M.D. Contact: Maxine Schmeidler Maxine.Schmeidler@umassmed.edu 508-856-3102
Department:	Pediatrics
Sites Available:	UMMHC-University Campus
Months Offered:	4th year lottery selection, E1 - M5
Number of Students / Month:	1
Prerequisites:	Completion of Pediatrics Clerkship * Offered to UMass Students Only
Elective Description: Training will be under the supervision of senior faculty and the chief resident. Daily ward rounds, case management and disposition will be emphasized. Write-ups and progress notes will be reviewed, and the student will discuss his/her patients with consultants when appropriate. The sub-intern will be expected to take call every fourth night under the close guidance of the senior resident.
Note: Special Lottery Elective for students choosing Residency in Pediatrics. * Offered to UMass Students Only
Location: UMMHC-University Campus, 55 Lake Avenue North, Worcester, MA 01655 www.mapquest.com
Website: Department of Pediatrics http://www.umassmed.edu/pediatrics/

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