2009-2010 KCUMB College Catalog - Kansas City University of ...

MED 202 – Endocrine (6 weeks)
The Endocrinology section focuses on the synthesis, function and regulation of
various hormones in both normal and disease states. The structure and role of various
endocrine organs is studied. Content for each presentation will include basic science
material fundamental to understanding of the normal condition along with clinically
relevant material such as diagnosis and treatment. Presentations such as diabetes will
correlate metabolic and physiologic changes with the underlying disease process. The
section will be presented using lecture, small-group discussion, computer-aided
instruction and laboratory formats. Osteopathic diagnosis and treatment (ODT) of
disorders is integrated through the section. At the conclusion of each clinical
presentation, a practicing clinician, along with basic scientists, conduct a review of the
presented material for the purpose of integrating basic science and clinical information.
9 semester credits
MED 203 – Reproduction and Development (8 weeks)
The Reproduction and Development section introduces the male and female
reproductive systems. The section will begin with a discussion of the early development
from fertilization through delivery with a focus on normal structure and function of the
male and female systems. Abnormal development and behaviors will also be presented.
12 semester credits
ACLS – Advanced Cardiac Life Support
Non-credit. Certification is required prior to clinical clerkship participation and for
graduation. All students must pass KCUMB’s course. Graded S/U.
IOCS II – Integrated Osteopathic Clinical and Communication Skills II
This is the second portion of a two-year curriculum. It builds on the skills learned in
IOCS I and is designed to teach students how to perform a history and physical exam,
appropriately communicate with patients, and integrate the use of osteopathic principles
and practices into patient care. (Scheduled for fall 2010 deactivation.)
5 semester credits
OCS 201 – Osteopathic Clinical Skills III (17 weeks)
OCS 201 the third component of a two-year longitudinal course that meets formally
every week throughout the semester. It is designed to teach students more of the history
and physical exam as related to systems covered within the sections, continue to learn
appropriate communicate with patients by beginning to integrate the physical
examination skills, and integrate the use of osteopathic principles and practices into
patient care. The primary areas of focus in the OCS 201 curriculum are professional
communication with integration of physical examination skills and documentation of the
encounter; application of new osteopathic manipulative medicine skills taught in the
course. (OCS 201 begins with the Class of 2013.)
3 semester credits
100