MS4 Catalog

Allergy

LOCATION: Charleston Area Medical Center, Charleston, West Virginia
PRECEPTORS: Dr. Sheik
DURATION: 2 or 4 weeks
OFFERED: Intermittently
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 1 student
STATUS: Elective

Introduction to clinical allergy and immunology, and to an out-patient approach to medicine.

Methods to Achieve Objectives

Direct involvement of the student in taking an allergy history, physical examination, skin testing, and other laboratory investigation. Preparation of allergy extracts, clinical follow-up of allergy problems, participation in treatment program of the allergic individual.

Examination Procedures and Evaluation Criteria

Available in the department.

Pre-Rotation Instructions 

This rotation must be arranged months prior to start. Contact the 4th year Coordinator for more details.