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Course Descriptions

 
  

  • PSY - REM Psychiatry Clinical Remediation

    Remediation of clinical weeks. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • PSY - 7EI Psychiatry Individualized Elective

    Students may receive credit for an individually arranged elective with a Rush faculty member. In order to receive credit for such a rotation, the person to whom the student will be responsible must write a letter stating the student’s activities, responsibilities, amount of supervision, and specific dates of the rotation. The sponsoring faculty member must complete an evaluation of the student’s performance at the conclusion of the elective. Students must submit a proposal to the Office of Clinical Curriculum for approval at least eight weeks before the rotation and must have written approval from the Assistant Dean of Clinical Education before beginning the rotation. Students may receive four weeks of credit for an individually arranged elective. Credit for a maximum of only one individually arranged elective will count toward graduation requirements. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • PSY - 701 Core Clerkship: Psychiatry

    This course provides basic medical and didactic exposure to the major psychiatric disorders focusing on diagnosis and management. Emphasis is placed on aspects of psychiatry relevant to the primary practitioner with a holistic approach to patient care, recognizing the significant biological, psychological, and social/environmental factors contributing to the patient’s illness. Systems concepts of care are presented in an integrated manner through graded, intensive clinical experiences. Inpatient settings employed for assignment of patient responsibility include general adult, intensive adult, consultation-liaison services, and clinical research. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • PSY - 750 Neuromodulation

    This two- or four-week elective course is for third- and fourth-year medical students and is designed to expose to transcranial magnetic stimulation (TMS), electroconvulsive therapy (ECT) and ketamine clinic. Students will observe ECT, TMS, and ketamine administration. Students will evaluate patients and assess effects of treatment. Students will also complete online modules and read articles to supplement their clinical work. Students will be assessed on their clinical skills and a presentation at the end of this course. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • PSY - 755 Gender Affirming Healthcare

    This is a two- or four week course that provides fourth year students with an opportunity to gain exposure to the breadth of the LGBTQ+ patient care experience. Students will engage in a multidisciplinary elective that includes exposure to endocrinology, psychiatry, and surgery. Students will primarily be engaging in patient care experiences at Rush, but other off-site opportunities and non-clinical experiences, such as working with Affirm’s patient care navigators, are included. Students will complete reflective writing assignments for evaluation. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • PSY - 783 Research in Psychiatry

    The student is exposed to basic clinical psychiatric research and be involved with patients with a wide spectrum of psychiatric disorders. Most of the research is based on using medical treatment that is investigational. The objectives of this clerkship are to become familiar with basic clinical research, including use of psychiatric rating scales, and basic research design. Prerequisite: PSY-701. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • PSY - 792 Psychiatric Consult (Med/Psych)

    This course is designed for students interested in the internal medicine/psychiatry residency or psychiatry in a consultation/liaison setting. Adults hospitalized on medical, surgical, obstetric, and neurological services are studied with supervised diagnostic evaluation and continuing management. Integration of medical, psychological, and family issues are emphasized, including the role of the milieu-home, community, and hospital. Special work is done with dialysis patients, transplant patients, patients with malignancy, and those undergoing intensive care. The course is planned as an experience in all areas, with emphasis depending upon student interest and needs. Those interested in the combined internal medicine/psychiatry residency may choose to have additional experiences to acquaint them with the residency and this combined approach to patient care. Prerequisite: PSY-701. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4-6
  

  • PSY - 793 Child Psychiatry

    In this course, students will work with the treatment teams of the 4 Kellogg Child Psychiatric Inpatient Unit, the Rush Therapeutic Day School, the Medication Clinic, a residential treatment center for emotionally and behaviorally disturbed students and outpatient services for children and adolescents. Students attend seminars in child development, psychopathology, psychopharmacology and therapeutic modalities. Students participate in multidisciplinary staffing’s case conferences, departmental grand rounds and the journal club. Optional experience in school consultation at a therapeutic school for autistic children, and forensic consultant at the Juvenile Detention Center is available. Students are supervised by faculty members and child psychiatry fellows. Prerequisite: PSY-701. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • PSY - 794 Adult Psychiatry

    The objective of this course is to increase the student’s knowledge of various psychiatric disorders and to improve knowledge and skills in drug therapy, individual psychotherapy, family therapy, and group therapy. Emphasis is placed on crisis management and brief therapy in inpatient settings. Prerequisite: PSY-701. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • PSY - 795 Geriatric Psychiatry

    Objectives of this course are: (1) to increase the amount of experience in treating elderly patients with psychiatric diagnostic skills, and the use of psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy with elderly patients; (2) to learn the psychological changes that accompany the aging process; and (3) to become familiar with normal and abnormal states and processes in the elderly. These objectives are accomplished via: (a) readings in the field of Geriatric Psychiatry, and (b) direct treatment of selected patients with supervision by attending psychiatrists, fellows and residents. Prerequisite: PSY-701. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • PSY - 797 Advanced Psychiatry: Road Home Program

    The Advanced Psychiatry Elective: the Road Home Program elective is designed to further students’ education by: 1) providing students with an opportunity to work with veterans, a vulnerable population with unique needs; 2) giving students first-hand exposure to the processes involved in group psychotherapy, specifically cognitive processing therapy for post-traumatic stress disorder but also alternative treatments such as yoga and mindfulness; and 3) providing students the experience of being on a treatment team which manages combat-related issues such as suicidality, depression, post-traumatic stress disorder, traumatic brain injury, military sexual trauma, and substance use disorders. Students have a choice of taking this elective for two or four weeks. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • PSY - 798 Substance Abuse Unit Team (SUIT)

    A large focus of the Rush Substance Abuse Intervention Team (SUIT) Elective is designed for students to be exposed to the emergency department or inpatient hospital. Our treatments in the outpatient setting will also help learners gain an understanding of the breadth of treatment that is available. We will bring in materials from the PCSS buprenorphine x-waiver training course in order to make sure all learners who rotate with us have a knowledge of how medication assisted treatment for opioid use disorders affects and could benefit their patients. Goals of this course include: (1) Describe the role of outpatient addiction medicine treatment including the role of opioid replacement treatment for treatment of opioid use disorders, the role of psychosocial and dual diagnosis treatments, and the barriers to starting the medication and linking with treatment; (2) Describe the general approach to patients poisoned by drugs of abuse including recognition of basic toxidromes, the evaluation and treatment of overdoses and toxicities related to drugs of abuse, and the treatment of opioid and alcohol withdrawal syndromes in the inpatient, outpatient, and emergency department setting; (3) Describe the role of harm reduction in treating addiction, including the prescription of the opioid overdose antidote naloxone; (4) Apply skills in application motivational interviewing and the stages of change model to patients with substance use disorders. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • PSY - 799 Virtual Addiction Medicine

    Addiction is highly prevalent in the United States and around the world, impacting diverse people of all ages and backgrounds. Despite this, the healthcare workforce is largely ill-equipped and under-informed regarding assessment, diagnosis, and treatment of substance use disorders and other behavioral addictions. Misinformation, bias, and stigma contribute to poor outcomes for individuals suffering with addiction. This course provides an advanced curriculum in addiction medicine to supplement content in the core medical curriculum. Diagnosis, treatment, and special topics in addiction medicine are covered through several online modules which are supplemented with videos, audio, and case-based exercises. This course will increase knowledge, attitudes, and comfort surrounding addiction medicine. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • PTH - 7EI Pathology Individualized Elective

    Students may receive credit for individually arranged activities with Rush faculty members, outside faculty personal, private physicians or researchers, or persons in medically related field such as medical historians, ethicists, attorneys, and medical journalists. In order to receive credit for such a rotation, the person to whom the student will be responsible must write a letter stating the student’s activities, responsibilities, amount of supervision, specific dates of the rotation and that the student will not receive any monetary compensation. Students must submit a proposal to the Office of Clinical Curriculum for approval at least eight weeks before the rotation and must have written approval from the Director of Clinical Curriculum before beginning the rotation. Students may receive four weeks of credit for an individually arranged elective. Credit for a maximum of only one individually arranged elective will count toward graduation requirements. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • PTH - 781 Research in Pathology

    Students may arrange research rotations individually with faculty at Rush. In order to receive credit for such a rotation, the person to whom the student will be responsible must write a letter describing the student’s activities, responsibilities, amount of supervision, and the specific dates of the rotation. Credit toward graduation is granted assuming that the research project is ongoing throughout the academic year. Students must submit a proposal to the Office of Clinical Curriculum for approval at least eight weeks before the rotation and must have written approval from the Director of Clinical Curriculum before beginning the rotation. Research rotations are scheduled for a minimum of four weeks of credit with the expectation that the full project will extend beyond the formal course duration. Depending on the proposal, the weeks of credit may or may not apply to the rule of eight weeks maximum credit for coursework in a single subspecialty. This decision is at the discretion of the Office of Clinical Curriculum. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4-8
  

  • PTH - 791 Pathology

    This course is aimed at students who are considering post-graduate training in Pathology, and students who desire to enhance and complement their knowledge of general pathology. The student experiences what training in pathology is all about, and realize that there are many aspects in this intriguing field. The student has hands-on experience in the techniques of grossing specimens in surgical pathology, molecular diagnostic techniques, image analyses, and clinical laboratory procedures. The student is encouraged to get involved in the performance of autopsies, including weekends, if so desired. On the last day of the course, the students prepare a 20-minute presentation to the department on a topic mutually agreed upon with the Course Director. The students have intimate contact with the residents and attending staff. Their activities will be supervised by the Course Director on a regular basis. Prerequisite: MED-703. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • PVM - 781 Research in Preventive Medicine

    Students may arrange research rotations individually with faculty at Rush. In order to receive credit for such a rotation, the person to whom the student will be responsible must write a letter describing the student’s activities, responsibilities, amount of supervision, and the specific dates of the rotation. Credit toward graduation is granted assuming that the research project is ongoing throughout the academic year. Students must submit a proposal to the Office of Clinical Curriculum for approval at least eight weeks before the rotation and must have written approval from the Director of Clinical Curriculum before beginning the rotation. Research rotations are scheduled for a minimum of four weeks of credit with the expectation that the full project will extend beyond the formal course duration. Depending on the proposal, the weeks of credit may or may not apply to the rule of eight weeks maximum credit for coursework in a single subspecialty. This decision is at the discretion of the Office of Clinical Curriculum. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4-8
  

  • RAD - 7EI Diagnostic Radiology Individualized Elective

    Students may receive credit for an individually arranged elective with a Rush faculty member. In order to receive credit for such a rotation, the person to whom the student will be responsible must write a letter stating the student’s activities, responsibilities, amount of supervision, and specific dates of the rotation. The sponsoring faculty member must complete an evaluation of the student’s performance at the conclusion of the elective. Students must submit a proposal to the Office of Clinical Curriculum for approval at least eight weeks before the rotation and must have written approval from the Assistant Dean of Clinical Education before beginning the rotation. Students may receive four weeks of credit for an individually arranged elective. Credit for a maximum of only one individually arranged elective will count toward graduation requirements. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RAD - 711 Interventional Radiology

    This clinical clerkship exposes the student to interventional radiology with emphasis on patient care. Both non-vascular as well as vascular interventional examinations are performed on inpatients as well as outpatients. Students have assigned readings and are able to attend lectures given by the Diagnostic Radiology attending staff and residents included under the Diagnostic Radiology clerkship. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RAD - 721 Radiation Oncology

    In this course students participate in the normal activities of the department including consultations, treatment planning, and follow-up care of cancer patients. The student is assigned to multiple services, allowing exposure to different cancer sites. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • RAD - 781 Research in Radiology

    Students may arrange research rotations individually with faculty at Rush. In order to receive credit for such a rotation, the person to whom the student will be responsible must write a letter describing the student’s activities, responsibilities, amount of supervision, and the specific dates of the rotation. Credit toward graduation is granted assuming that the research project is ongoing throughout the academic year. Students must submit a proposal to the Office of Clinical Curriculum for approval at least eight weeks before the rotation and must have written approval from the Director of Clinical Curriculum before beginning the rotation. Research rotations are scheduled for a minimum of four weeks of credit with the expectation that the full project will extend beyond the formal course duration. Depending on the proposal, the weeks of credit may or may not apply to the rule of eight weeks maximum credit for coursework in a single subspecialty. This decision is at the discretion of the Office of Clinical Curriculum. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4-8
  

  • RAD - 791 Diagnostic Radiology

    In this course basic radiologic principles are demonstrated, and the role of the diagnostic radiologist in the clinical setting of general patient care, and medical and surgical specialty consultations is emphasized. Each student prepares one case for the teaching file and gives one oral presentation. Students have assigned readings to complete, and are tested by a written final examination. Students are also urged to attend the two daily departmental teaching conferences. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RAD - 796 Nuclear Medicine

    In this course all facets of the disciplines of nuclear medicine are studied, with particular emphasis on radionuclide scanning of organ systems for diagnostic and research purposes. Emphasis is on pathophysiologic correlation and case study. Literature review and individual topics are encouraged to provide in-depth study in the broad field of nuclear medicine. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2
  

  • RCP - 501 Foundations of Professional Practice

    This course is designed to provide the student with the knowledge and skills to appropriately utilize evidence-based communication, teamwork, and conflict resolution concepts. The opportunities and challenges of social media in professional and personal contexts will also be explored. Additionally, the course will provide an overview of informatics topics that are most relevant to professional practice, namely, informatics standards, standardized clinical terminology, electronic health records, and information literacy. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3
  

  • RCP - 511 Introduction to Respiratory Care

    In this course, students apply specific principles of chemistry and physics to respiratory care, and are introduced to patient assessment, laboratory findings, radiography, and pathophysiology related to common cardiopulmonary disorders. Specific modes of respiratory care are examined to understand principles of application to common cardiopulmonary disorders and related interventions indications, hazards, contraindications and evaluation. Prerequisite: Admission to the program. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3
  

  • RCP - 512 Cardiopulmonary Anatomy and Physiology

    Students will pursue an in-depth study of cardiac and pulmonary anatomy and physiology, as well as diagnostic procedures commonly used in the hospital to evaluate these systems. Topics include function of the respiratory system, ventilatory mechanics, gas transport in the blood, natural and chemical regulation of breathing, circulation, blood flow and pressure, and cardiac output. The heart-lung relationship and clinical applications of these phenomena in the pulmonary system will be emphasized. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 5
  

  • RCP - 515 Respiratory Care Pharmacology

    This course introduces the physiologic and pharmacologic basis of pulmonary and cardiac medications. Students will study the preparation, as well as the calculation of dosages and mixtures. General principles of pharmacology as a basis for an in-depth discussion of bronchoactive, mucus controlling drugs, surfactant and aerosolized anti-infective agents, and the drug groups related to the cardiopulmonary system such as neuromuscular blocking agents, central nervous system depressants, cardiovascular agents, diuretics and antimicrobial agents will be included. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2
  

  • RCP - 520 Respiratory Care Equipment and Techniques

    This course provides students with the opportunity to gain hands-on experience with respiratory care equipment. Students select, assemble, and check equipment for proper function, operation and cleanliness. Equipment malfunctions and actions to correct malfunctions will also be covered. Equipment will include oxygen delivery devices, humidifiers, aerosol generators, pressure ventilators, gas delivery, metering and analyzing devices, percussors, vibrators, environmental devices, manometers, gauges, and vacuum systems. Maintenance of artificial airways, fiberoptic bronchoscopy, thoracentesis, chest tube maintenance, and arterial blood gas sampling will also be discussed. Basic and advanced life support will be covered to include cardiopulmonary resuscitation, artificial ventilation and circulation, endotracheal intubation, airway care, recognition and treatment of arrhythmias, and cardiovascular pharmacology. Related equipment will also be reviewed to include manual resuscitators, artificial airways, defibrillators and cardiac monitors. Prerequisites: RCP-511 and RCP-512. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RCP - 521 Patient Assessment

    Fundamentals of respiratory assessment will be covered to include review of existing data in the patient record, patient history, physical examination, oximetry, blood gases, respiratory monitoring, pulmonary function assessment, laboratory studies, chest and upper airway radiographs, ventilation/perfusion scans, bedside EKG interpretation, and cardiovascular monitoring. Prerequisites: RCP-511 and RCP-512. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RCP - 522 Pulmonary Disease

    Topics include the etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of common pulmonary diseases and conditions. Respiratory Care management of non-respiratory disorders commonly encountered in the critical care unit will also be covered. Pulmonary and critical care medicine, obstructive and restrictive pulmonary disease, neoplastic disease of the lung, infectious diseases, neurological and neuromuscular disorders, drowning, burns, smoke inhalation, carbon monoxide poisoning, drug overdose, and respiratory care of the post-operative patient will be reviewed. Prerequisite: RCP-512. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3
  

  • RCP - 523 Mechanical Ventilation

    Provides instruction in the theory, set-up, operation and maintenance of mechanical ventilators, their associated modes of ventilation and related equipment. Topics include: mechanical ventilator theory, ventilator operation, modes of ventilation, ventilator maintenance and trouble shooting. Prerequisites: RCP-511 and RCP-512. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RCP - 530 Cardiac Diseases

    Topics include the etiology, pathophysiology, diagnosis, treatment and prognosis of common cardiac and cardiovascular conditions. Respiratory care management of cardiac and cardiovascular disorders, shock, trauma, renal failure, acute G.I. disturbances, and invasive cardiovascular procedures will be reviewed. Additionally, learners will learn to interpret 12-lead ECGs and obtain their ACLS credentials. Pre- or Corequisite: RCP-512. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2
  

  • RCP - 531 Critical Respiratory Care

    Provides instruction on all phases of adult critical care and continuous mechanical ventilation. Topics include physiology and classification of mechanical ventilation, acid base balance, indications for mechanical ventilatory support, implementation, monitoring, ventilator weaning and discontinuance will be covered. Advanced critical care techniques for invasive and non-invasive patient monitoring will be covered. Hemodynamic monitoring will include arterial pressure monitoring, central venous and pulmonary artery catheters, and cardiac output measurement. Non-invasive monitoring techniques including oximetry, transcutaneous monitoring, capnography, ventilator graphic analysis, and assessment of the critical ill patient will also be reviewed. Pre- or Corequisites: RCP-512, RCP-520, RCP-521, RCP-522, and RCP-523. Offered: Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RCP - 532 Pulmonary Function Testing

    Provides a hands-on experience conducting and interpreting complete pulmonary function tests to include spirometry, lung volumes, and diffusing capacity. Common variations such as bronchoprovocation testing and bronchial responsiveness along with tests for muscle weakness are also included. In addition, the student will learn the operation, maintenance, and quality control principles for all common pulmonary function and gas analysis equipment. Bronchoscopy, exercise testing, and metabolic testing will also be reviewed Prerequisites: RCP-512 and RCP-522. Offered: Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3
  

  • RCP - 533 Pediatric & Neonatal Respiratory Care

    This course is designed to provide the student with the opportunity to utilize evidence-based knowledge and critical thinking skills in the planning and provision of comprehensive respiratory care to newborns, infants, children, and adolescents along the health-illness continuum. Topics include fetal growth and development, neonatal and pediatric cardiopulmonary physiology and pathophysiology, respiratory care assessment of the newborn, infant and pediatric patient, as well as respiratory care diagnostic and therapeutic interventions targeted to specific cardiopulmonary pathologies. Prerequisites: RCP-512, RCP-520, RCP-521, RCP-522, and RCP-523. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RCP - 534 Clinical Practice I

    Students will observe and achieve competencies related to respiratory procedures in general medical/surgical floors and adult intensive care units. Introduces students to clinical respiratory care procedures. Topics include: introduction to the clinical affiliate, patient assessment, medical gas therapy, aerosol therapy, incentive spirometry, positive pressure breathing, chest physiotherapy, and airway care. Prerequisites: Satisfactory completion of first two semesters of course work. Offered: Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3
  

  • RCP - 563 Research Methods

    This course introduces the student to methods of scientific research to include review of literature, research designs, sampling techniques, variables and measurement, appraisal of the quality of existing evidence, research ethics, and formulation of a problem statement and hypothesis. Students will also produce the first draft of a research proposal. Offered: Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3
  

  • RCP - 565 Research Project I

    Guided activities to complete the research protocol, create data collection instruments, and begin data collection. Prerequisite: RCP-563. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RCP - 566 Education

    This course provides an introduction to basic principles and techniques used in respiratory care education. Topics include patient education, in-service education, needs assessment, writing objectives, lesson plan development, development of learning activities, use of media, development of presentations, and evaluation. Motivational interviewing and smoking cessation are also introduced. Offered: Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3
  

  • RCP - 567 Management

    Management theory and practical application is explored. Supervisory, management, and leadership qualities and responsibilities are studied as well as organizational structures. Students are shown how these principles apply to organizations generally and Respiratory Care departments specifically. Students are introduced to hospital organization, healthcare finance, quality assurance and improvement, and healthcare regulation Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3
  

  • RCP - 569 Clinical Practice II

    This course provides students the opportunity to further develop both basic and advance skills required in the intensive care of the respiratory patient. Topics include: patient assessment, medical gas therapy, aerosol therapy, incentive spirometry, positive pressure breathing, chest physiotherapy, airway care using nasal, endotracheal, tracheal tubes, initiation of mechanical ventilation, patient stabilization and monitoring, evaluation of hemodynamic variables, bronchial hygiene, evaluation for weaning, endotracheal intubation, extubation, arterial line sampling, arterial puncture, blood gas analysis, and non- invasive monitoring. The students will also complete a pulmonary function, bronchoscopy observation, long-term care, and pediatric rotations. Prerequisite: RCP-534. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 7
  

  • RCP - 570 Cardiopulmonary Diagnostics

    This advanced cardiopulmonary diagnostics course covers a range of tests that assess different body systems. Topics include polysomnography and sleep disorders, metabolic testing, ultrasound, and echocardiography. Learners will observe tests, identify indications, interpret findings, and describe the equipment required for each. Prerequisites: RCP-512, RCP-522, and RCP-530. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2
  

  • RCP - 573 Research Project II

    Guided activities to continue data collection, begin data analysis, interpret findings, and begin manuscript preparation. Pre- or Corequisite: RCP-565. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RCP - 575 Clinical Practice III

    This course provides an opportunity to acquire clinical experience in the intensive care of neonatal and pediatric patients. Topics include: patient assessment, medical gas therapy, aerosol therapy, incentive spirometry, chest physiotherapy, airway care, initiation of mechanical ventilation, patient stabilization and monitoring, evaluation of hemodynamic variables, bronchial hygiene, evaluation for weaning, endotracheal intubation, monitoring (invasive and non-invasive), labor and delivery assistance, and transport. Students are also given the opportunity to further develop their adult critical care skills. Prerequisite: RCP-569. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 7
  

  • RCP - 577 Clinical Seminar

    Learners review respiratory care across the lifespan with an emphasis on problem-solving and decision-making. Practice board credentialing examinations will be administered. Current issues relevant to respiratory care will be explored to include new trends in management, new treatments and technologies, ethical issues in health care, and issues related to professional development and practice. Prerequisites: RCP-534 and RCP-569. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3
  

  • RCP - 583 Research Project III

    Guided activities to answer an appropriate research question, data analysis, research presentation and develop a manuscript for completion of the required program research requirements. Pre- or Corequisite: RCP-573. Offered: Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RCP - 585 Clinical Practice IV

    This course provides an opportunity to advance the students clinical experience in neonatal and pediatric respiratory care in the areas of patient assessment and monitoring (invasive and non-invasive), mechanical ventilation, ECMO, airway care, labor and delivery assistance and transport. Students will also have an opportunity for reinforcement of adult intensive care. In addition, students are provided with an opportunity in home health, skilled nursing facility, pulmonary rehabilitation and sleep. Prerequisite: RCP-575. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4-8
  

  • RCP - 589 Disease Management/Home Healthcare

    This course places emphasis on decision-making and problem-solving as they relate to clinical respiratory care and disease management. Current issues relevant to respiratory care will be discussed such as ethical issues in health care, smoking cessation, palliative care, and issues related to professional development and practice. Prerequisites: RCP-520, RCP-521, RCP-522, RCP-530, and RCP-565. Offered: Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 3
  

  • RCP - 999 Continuous Enrollment

    The requirement for Continuous Enrollment applies to all admitted students after completing one semester. Master or Doctoral students should follow program requirements for continuous enrollment and degree completion. Students who have not completed their degree requirements are required to maintain Continuous Enrollment through the College of their program until the degree is earned. Continuous Enrollment courses are graduate level courses set up by departments at Rush University for students who need to remain actively enrolled in the University while they finish their graduate work. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMC - M3 Clinical Curriculum Enrollment

    This course acts as place holder for billing purposes. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMC - M4 Clinical Curriculum Enrollment

    This course acts as a place holder for billing purposes. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMC - 5EI Basic Biomedical Research

    Students who have been selected to complete the RMC Summer Research Fellowship Program will meet weekly to discuss their independent research projects. Discussions will emphasize how to give a poster presentation, crafting an abstract, and creating a poster. Students will work with each other in small groups to discuss progress of their individual projects and troubleshoot problems they encounter with their research. Offered: Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - EXM Primary Care Exam Remediation

    Remediation of course examination. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RMD - REM Primary Care Clinical Remediation

    Remediation of clinical weeks. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RMD - 519 Capstone III

    The Capstone Project is a self-directed, longitudinal activity that will commence during the M1 year and culminate in a presentation at the end of the M3 yr. At the conclusion of medical school, each RMC student will be the “Rush Medical College Expert” on their specific topic. Rush will support students who opt to publish their project with their faculty mentor. Potential publication types include case reports, book chapters, abstracts, and research papers. During the M1 year, each medical student will identify a main theme they are interested in investigating throughout the three years of the project. Each year, students will be responsible for developing topics related to their theme. For each topic, the student identify and complete learning objectives, work with a faculty advisor and submit documentation to the faculty member who will provide advice, feedback and mentoring. Themes can be re-shaped learning objectives that correspond to their current course work. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 520 Capstone IV

    The Capstone Project is a self-directed, longitudinal activity that will commence during the M1 year and culminate in a presentation at the end of the M3 yr. At the conclusion of medical school, each RMC student will be the “Rush Medical College Expert” on their specific topic. Rush will support students who opt to publish their project with their faculty mentor. Potential publication types include case reports, book chapters, abstracts, and research papers. During the M1 year, each medical student will identify a main theme they are interested in investigating throughout the three years of the project. Each year, students will be responsible for developing topics related to their theme. For each topic, the student identify and complete learning objectives, work with a faculty advisor and submit documentation to the faculty member who will provide advice, feedback and mentoring. Themes can be re-shaped learning objectives that correspond to their current course work. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 538 Basic Spanish for Medical Professionals

    The Basic Spanish for Medical Professionals course addresses the needs of medical students with little or no experience in Spanish. Students develop communicative proficiency and accuracy in the use of the Spanish language in medical settings with Spanish speaking patients. Students are exposed to pertinent information about Hispanic cultures as well. Students also participate in language tasks through listening, reading, writing, and conversation. Classes will be taught in Spanish in order to immerse students in the target language. Offered: Fall & Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: Yes. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 539 Intermediate Spanish for Medical Professionals

    The Intermediate Spanish for Medical Professionals course designed for first year medical students to increase their comfort level with Spanish-language interviews, examination, and patient education. The course is primarily focused on developing medical Spanish language communication skills for students with pre-existing Spanish conversational skills, but will also incorporate the socio- cultural context of Hispanic /Latino patients. Students also participate in language tasks through listening, reading, writing, and conversation. Classes will be taught in Spanish in order to immerse students in the target language. Medical Spanish requires longitudinal practice and which learners can enhance (or lose) over time. As a result, the course is also intended to help medical students understand and self-assess their proficiencies and limitations in medical Spanish and access help when needed. This course expands across the first year of medical school. Offered: Fall & Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: Yes. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 540 Humanities in Medicine I

    This course examines how empathy, observation and interpretation impact one’s experience of literature and the arts. Particular attention will be paid to the ways in which observation and engagement with the arts parallels observation and engagement in patient care. Individual sessions will focus on the role of temporal and professional perspective in describing medical events, differences and similarities in observational skills in the arts, and medicine and the use of movement and drama exercises to examine how one experiences and is experienced by others. Course activities will include museum visits, movement activities, acting exercises, and reading and writing about selected works of literature. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 541 Humanities in Medicine II

    This course examines how empathy, observation and interpretation impact one’s experience of literature and the arts. Particular attention will be paid to the ways in which observation and engagement with the arts parallels observation and engagement in patient care. Individual sessions will focus on the role of temporal and professional perspective in describing medical events, differences and similarities in observational skills in the arts, and medicine and the use of movement and drama exercises to examine how one experiences and is experienced by others. Course activities will include museum visits, movement activities, acting exercises, and reading and writing about selected works of literature. Prerequisite: RMD-540. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 545 Sonographic Anatomy I

    The course will enhance understanding of key preclinical anatomy and physiology concepts through introducing students to living normal sonographic anatomy and physiology, clinically relevant pathophysiologic conditions, and common ultrasound guided clinical procedures. Topics will be presented in parallel with the Rush M1 anatomy curriculum. We will utilize a monthly to biweekly, interactive, hands-on workshop review of (1) normal anatomy and physiology: direct sonographic visualization of anatomic structures and real-time physiology on normal paid human models, (2) abnormal anatomy and pathophysiology: sonographic visualization of pathologic conditions through the use of a portable ultrasound simulator and review of actual clinical case images, (3) ultrasound guided clinical procedures: performance of common ultrasound guided clinical procedures on cadaver and simulation models. Offered: Fall & Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 546 Sonographic Anatomy II

    The course will enhance understanding of key preclinical anatomy and physiology concepts through introducing students to living normal sonographic anatomy and physiology, clinically relevant pathophysiologic conditions, and common ultrasound guided clinical procedures. Topics will be presented in parallel with the Rush M1 anatomy curriculum. We will utilize a monthly to biweekly, interactive, hands-on workshop review of (1) normal anatomy and physiology: direct sonographic visualization of anatomic structures and real-time physiology on normal paid human models, (2) abnormal anatomy and pathophysiology: sonographic visualization of pathologic conditions through the use of a portable ultrasound simulator and review of actual clinical case images, (3) ultrasound guided clinical procedures: performance of common ultrasound guided clinical procedures on cadaver and simulation models. Prerequisite: RMD-545. Offered: Fall & Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 550 Capstone V

    The Capstone Project is a self-directed, longitudinal activity that will commence during the M1 year and culminate in a presentation at the end of the M3 yr. At the conclusion of medical school, each RMC student will be the “Rush Medical College Expert” on their specific topic. Rush will support students who opt to publish their project with their faculty mentor. Potential publication types include case reports, book chapters, abstracts, and research papers. During the M1 year, each medical student will identify a main theme they are interested in investigating throughout the three years of the project. Each year, students will be responsible for developing topics related to their theme. For each topic, the student identify and complete learning objectives, work with a faculty advisor and submit documentation to the faculty member who will provide advice, feedback and mentoring. Themes can be re-shaped learning objectives that correspond to their current course work. Offered: Fall & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 551 Capstone VI

    The Capstone Project is a self-directed, longitudinal activity that will commence during the M1 year and culminate in a presentation at the end of the M3 yr. At the conclusion of medical school, each RMC student will be the “Rush Medical College Expert” on their specific topic. Rush will support students who opt to publish their project with their faculty mentor. Potential publication types include case reports, book chapters, abstracts, and research papers. During the M1 year, each medical student will identify a main theme they are interested in investigating throughout the three years of the project. Each year, students will be responsible for developing topics related to their theme. For each topic, the student identify and complete learning objectives, work with a faculty advisor and submit documentation to the faculty member who will provide advice, feedback and mentoring. Themes can be re-shaped learning objectives that correspond to their current course work. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 552 Capstone VII

    The Capstone Project is a self-directed, longitudinal activity that will commence during the M1 year and culminate in a presentation at the end of the M3 yr. At the conclusion of medical school, each RMC student will be the “Rush Medical College Expert” on their specific topic. Rush will support students who opt to publish their project with their faculty mentor. Potential publication types include case reports, book chapters, abstracts, and research papers. During the M1 year, each medical student will identify a main theme they are interested in investigating throughout the three years of the project. Each year, students will be responsible for developing topics related to their theme. For each topic, the student identify and complete learning objectives, work with a faculty advisor and submit documentation to the faculty member who will provide advice, feedback and mentoring. Themes can be re-shaped learning objectives that correspond to their current course work. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 560 The Foundation of Medical Practice

    Students are introduced to the structure and pedagogical methodology of the Rush Medical College pre-clerkship curriculum. Students are introduced to the roles that define the Rush curriculum and how those roles function to organize the curriculum. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 561 Host Defense and Response

    This course uses a multi-disciplinary case based approach to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertains to infectious diseases and the immune system in the normal and disease state. Students learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of infectious disease and diseases of the immune system. Students are expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of antibiotics, antivirals, and biologic drugs for the treatment of these diseases. Students are also expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms in infectious disease. Students learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of infectious disease and diseases of the immune system and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 563 Food to Fuel

    This course will use a multi-disciplinary case based approach to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertain to the digestive system, metabolism of food components and nutritional status. Students will learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students will also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of diseases that affect the digestive system and nutritional status. Students will be expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases. Students will be expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms in diseases of the digestive system or that relate to nutritional status. Students will learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students will also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students will examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of digestive system disease and nutritional status and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 563E Food to Fuel - Exam Makeup

    Exam Makeup Only. Offered: Spring & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 564 Movement and Mechanics

    This course uses a multi-disciplinary case based approach to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertain to the digestive system, metabolism of food components and nutritional status. Students will learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of diseases that affect the digestive system and nutritional status. Students are expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases. Students are also expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms in diseases of the digestive system or that relate to nutritional status. Students learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of digestive system disease and nutritional status and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 564E Mvmt & Mech Exam Makeup

    Offered: Spring & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 565 Brain, Behavior and Cognition

    This course uses a multi-disciplinary case based approach to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertain to the digestive system, metabolism of food components and nutritional status. Students learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of diseases that affect the digestive system and nutritional status. Students are also expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases, and to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms in diseases of the digestive system or that relate to nutritional status. Students learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of digestive system disease and nutritional status and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. Offered: Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 565E Brain, Behavior and Cognition Exam Makeup

    Offered: Spring & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 566 Reproduction and Sexuality

    This course uses a multi-disciplinary case based approach to the expression of human sexuality and to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertain to regulation of the reproductive systems, fetal development, and renal function. Students learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of diseases that affect sexuality, reproductive systems, fetal development, and renal function. Students are expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases. Students are also expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms of diseases related to sexuality, reproduction, and renal function. Students learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of reproductive system disease, sexuality, and renal disease, and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 567 Growth, Development and the Life Cycle

    This course uses a multi-disciplinary case based approach to normal neo-natal to geriatric development and disease related to different stages of the life cycle. Students learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of normal development and diseases related to different stages of the life cycle. Students are expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases. Students are also expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms of diseases associated with specific stages of the life cycle. Students learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of health and disease through the life cycle and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 569 Complex Cases and Transition to Clerkship

    This course has two segments. This first segment uses a multi-disciplinary case based approach to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertain to the complex, multi-organ system cases. Students learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in multi-organ system diseases, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of multi-organ system diseases. Students are expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases. Students are also expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms of the multi-organ system diseases presented in this course. Students learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of multi-organ system diseases, and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. The second segment consists of a focused preparation for the USMLE Step 1 Examination. Students use the NBME CBSSA, extensive on-line question banks and spaced timing study as resources to support an Individualized Study Plan developed in conjunction with and monitored by course faculty and staff. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 569E Complex Cases Exam Makeup

    Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 570 Clinical Genetics I

    The goal of this course is to enhance genomic education for medical students by employing a variety of pedagogical approaches.  There will be a combination of literature review, as well as observation opportunities of genetic counseling sessions including prenatal counseling, cancer, neurology and pediatric.  Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 571 Clinical Genetics II

    Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 574 Vital Fluids

    This course will use a multi-disciplinary case based approach to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertain to cardiovascular system and renal function in the normal and disease state. Students will learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students will also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of diseases that affect the cardiovascular and renal systems and renal function. Students will be expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases. Students will be expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms in cardiovascular and renal diseases. Students will learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students will also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students will examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of cardiovascular and renal diseases and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 574E Vital Fluids - Exam Makeup

    Exam Makeup Only. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 575 Vital Gases

    This course will use a multi-disciplinary case based approach to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertain to the respiratory system in the normal and disease state. Students will learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students will also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of diseases that affect the respiratory system. Students will be expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases. Students will be expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms in respiratory system diseases. Students will learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students will also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students will examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of respiratory system diseases and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 575E Vital Gases - Exam Makeup

    Exam Makeup Only. Offered: Spring & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 576 Introduction to Hematology

    This course uses a multi-disciplinary case based approach to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertain to the function and regulation of the hematological system. Students learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of hematologic diseases. Students are expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases. Students are also expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms of hematologic diseases. Students learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of hematologic diseases, and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. Offered: Fall. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 577 Introduction to Oncology

    This course uses a multi-disciplinary case based approach to the structure and function of cells, tissues and organs as they pertain to the function and regulation of the development and pathology associated with Oncology. Students learn to identify alterations and underlying pathophysiology which occur in the disease state, the significance of symptoms, signs and other ancillary data. Students also learn appropriate diagnostic modalities in evaluation of oncologic diseases. Students are expected to describe the mechanism of action and use of pharmacologic agents for the treatment of these diseases. Students are also expected to construct differential diagnoses for common presenting symptoms of oncologic diseases. Students learn how to collect an appropriate history and conduct a relevant physical exam and to recognize abnormal findings in this exam. Students also learn key techniques in communicating with patients, families, and colleagues. Finally, students examine epidemiological and socioeconomic aspects of oncologic diseases, and explore selected ethical issues related to the clinical cases presented in the course. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 577E Introduction to Oncology Exam Makeup

    Exam makeup only. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 580 Foundations of Research Methods

    The goal of this course is to provide students with knowledge about the steps necessary to successfully design and execute a research project. Students learn to work collaboratively with other students and develop skills in oral presentation, both of which are critical aspects of research. Students will be mentored by faculty with research experience as well as clinical faculty, who will provide clinical contact for all research. There is a self-directed learning component in that students select their topic area and work in teams to design their research proposals. Offered: Fall & Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 701 Core Clerkship: Primary Care

    This is a required core clerkship for all third-year medical students. Students will be imbedded in either a Family Medicine or Internal Medicine ambulatory office for 4 weeks. Students will independently evaluate, present, and care for patients while working directly with attending preceptors. This will be a primarily outpatient experience and is meant to immerse students in the primary care of patients on all levels, including acute care, chronic illness care, and preventive care. Curriculum will highlight the unique relationships and specialized patient care that occurs in this setting. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RMD - 705 Health Equity Program: Global and Local Perspective

    The Health Equity and Social Justice Leadership Program is a four-year, longitudinal curriculum focused on both global and local health equity issues. The program is designed to empower students with knowledge, skills, and experiences that they can use to fight against health inequity throughout their careers. Students in the program will be immersed in a supportive environment through which they can collaborate with Rush community health and global health initiatives. For the first two years of the Health Equity program, students will participate in an elective composed of both classroom and community experiences, as well as a longitudinal project with a community organization. The third year will include a self-study curriculum as well as quarterly seminars. In the fourth year of the program, students will complete an equity focused elective that can be global or local in addition to monthly seminars with local and national experts. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 720 Careers in Medicine

    Students interested in the CiM elective will identify one specialty to pursue for the two week clerkship. The students will be paired with one or two attendings for the two week period. Students will be expected to spend 85% of their time with physicians participating in patient care to experience the daily life of a practitioner in both the inpatient and the outpatient settings as appropriate for the specialty. They will spend the remaining 15% of their time in independent study researching the specialty and completing exercises on the Careers in Medicine website. The specialties available will be those into which students can match upon graduation from medical school (either into a categorical or advanced program) including Anesthesia, Radiology, Dermatology, Pathology, Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation, Ophthalmology, Cardiothoracic surgery, Neurosurgery, Orthopedic surgery, Otolaryngology, Radiation Oncology, Urology. Specialties not eligible for this course include the Core clerkships (Psychiatry, Neurology, Family Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Surgery, Internal Medicine, and Emergency Medicine). Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2
  

  • RMD - 722 Clinical Bridge

    This course is designed to bridge the gap between medical student knowledge and expectations of day-one interns. Through small group, case-based discussions, this elective will expose fourth-year medical students to common intern-level concepts with an emphasis on high yield information and the thought process that drives clinical reasoning. Offered: Spring. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RMD - 723 Medical Informatics

    Students will be given an introduction to the field of clinical informatics and complete a research project in informatics. An overview of Healthcare Information Technology (HIT) will be provided with an emphasis on elements relevant to clinical careers and informatics research. Students will complete a research project evaluating an informatics application for efficacy, usability, or impact on clinical outcomes. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
  

  • RMD - 726 Mindfulness in Medicine

    Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction is a curriculum taught for more than 30 years that teaches skills, drawn largely from mindfulness (or insight) meditation traditions, that: promote the capacity for holding experience in non-judgmental awareness; and cultivates patience, compassion (to self and other), clarity during moments of emotional distress, quicker resolution of stress reactivity, and creative responses to stressors. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 727 Advanced Medical Education

    The role of physicians as care givers is deeply connected to their role as educators - of patients, of students and of peers. The goal of this elective is to introduce students to their role as teachers before they start residency and to better prepare them for this role. Students will participate in medical education across RMC. This is a longitudinal experience with course content and participation spanning across the M4 year. Students participating in the 4-week option will develop a work that is considered to be educational scholarship. This can include a video, a publication, a presentation or a poster. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • RMD - 731 Simulation in Healthcare

    This two or four-week elective is designed in order to introduce the student to this modality of teaching. Students have the opportunity to understand the different learners in the hospital - nurses, medical students, residents, faculty physicians, etc. and how simulation may help with not only their own objectives, but also in interprofessional and interdisciplinary communication and teamwork. They will have the opportunity to participate, perform, and assist in the use of medical simulation at both Rush and Cook County Hospital Simulation Labs. During the medical simulation labs, the student will help train physicians, nurses and medical students in the areas including but not limited to ACLS, PALS, BLS, ATLS, resuscitative efforts, common pathological presentations, and professional communication. They will learn applied methods of debriefing and assessment. This will serve as a beginning course on learning how to teach with simulation. Students are expected to develop two (for the two-week elective) or three (for the four-week elective) simulation cases. This project should function to help with a challenge in the hospital, or a group of learners for the sake of quality assurance and/or patient safety. This may include a simulation case or a series of cases designed as a mini-curriculum for a set of learners. As a final project evaluation - the student will run the course director through the simulation(s) and use proper debriefing techniques after the case has finished. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • RMD - 732 Service and Leadership During a Health Crisis

    This elective is available for third year or fourth year medical students to be working collaboratively with RMC faculty to appropriately evaluate and triage suspected patients but also to experience other important aspects of the management of patients during a pandemic including but not limited to administration of diagnostic tests, telephone triage, hospital workflow and underserved community outreach. Students can take this elective for up to 8 weeks with permission from the course director. In addition to direct patient care activities, students will participate in interactive didactic sessions with assigned reading that are led by RUSH leadership. Students will also participate in small group discussions around key issues identified during the pandemic as well as involving other levels of medical students in the infectious disease care system. In order to pass the course, students must complete the 4 didactic modules including the readings and didactic sessions, which will be offered both synchronously and asynchronously, complete 48 hours of clinical work and submit a small group project (2-4 pages) in the format provided. Students will be responsible for scheduling their clinical work and will attest to the completion of 48 hours of clinical work as well as the 4 modules. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-8
  

  • RMD - 735 Healthcare and Homelessness

    There are innumerable health care disparities within the homeless community that many medical students want to address over the course of their careers. The Health Care and Homelessness elective is designed to have M4 students develop the skills and knowledge necessary to practice social medicine, specifically as it relates to homeless health. Social medicine focuses on understanding how social and economic conditions impact health, disease, and the practice of medicine, and on fostering conditions in which this understanding can lead to a healthier society. As such, the planned curriculum will have students rotate through Heartland Alliance Health’s federally qualified health centers and adjunct community resource sites. Objectives will span topics in housing, addiction, social services, benefits eligibility, mental health treatment structures, food and nutrition, harm reduction, and trauma informed care. The breadth of experiences is intended to give students an understanding of the social determinants of health, as well as assist in answering relevant questions such as “How do we help patients obtain benefits?” and “How can we help our patients obtain housing?”. Prerequisites: MED-703, NEU-701, OBG-703, PED-701, PSY-701, RMD-701, and SUR-701. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • RMD - 737 Outpatient Multi-Subspecialty Elective

    After the conclusion of a needs assessment, it was determined that there is a need for increased M4 elective opportunities and ambulatory opportunities. This elective would afford third year or fourth year medical students a broad exposure to outpatient subspecialties, broad pathology and pathophysiology, one-on-one interaction with attending physicians, experience with some outpatient testing. Prerequisite: MED-703 or RMD-701. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 2-4
  

  • RMD - 749 Rush Integrated Clinical Experiences

    This 12-week longitudinal course is designed to provide third-year medical students the opportunity to develop the necessary skills to become physicians who are able to excel in clinical medicine, education, research, and service. The third (M3) year is a time of immersion in clinical medicine; this course provides for longitudinal coursework connecting clinical skills and knowledge to the many roles a physician plays. Students will explore the complex and integrated role of the physician as scholar, leader, collaborator, educator, and advocate, among others, as they participate in this course. Students will also consider their personal and professional development, both as individuals and as members of the medical and larger community, as part of this course. This course allows students to develop skills in self-directed learning and integrate subjective and objective data into their learning plans in this course. Assessments include but not limited to: mandatory attendance, participation and session evaluations. There is no written examination. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 1
  

  • RMD - 750 Transitions to Residency

    This is a 12-week longitudinal course that is designed to provide fourth-year medical students the opportunity to gain the necessary skills to prepare and navigate the residency program placement process. Students will participate in enrichment activities that will assist in the preparation and completion of USMLE Step CK and Step CS. They will receive residency interview guidance in individual and small group sessions and subsequently participate in mock interviews. Additional course content may include thematic topics to complete RUMC designated horizontal, vertical, and role curriculum. Students will be required to submit a portfolio including but not limited to: Letter’s of Recommendation requests, noteworthy characteristics for MSPE, completion and submission of ERAS applications including CV and personal statement. There is no written examination. Offered: Fall, Spring, & Summer. Retake Counts for Credit: No. Pass/No Pass Grading Allowed: No. Credit(s): 4
 

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