Hematology and Medical Oncology

LOCATION: Berkeley Medical center
PRECEPTOR: Matthew P. Jones and Dr. Eric Bonnem
DURATION: 1/2 month minimum
OFFERED: Continuously (limit of 4 rotations per year; must be coordinated through the Eastern Division Office of Student Services)
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 1 student
STATUS: Elective

Objectives

To teach the student:

1. Multidisciplinary care of patients with hematologic problems and cancer;
2. Appreciation of pathophysiology of these disorders;
3. Uses and toxicities of chemotherapeutic agents;
4. Familiarity with peripheral and bone marrow morphology;
5. Outpatient/Inpatient Dx and management of oncologic and hematologic problems.

Methods to Achieve Objectives

Students have responsibility for the initial evaluation and management planning of in-patient consults and for presenting them to attending physician. Close follow-up on active patients is expected; 2. Attendance at 1-3 outpatient clinics weekly; 3. Instruction in and performance of procedures; 4. Review of blood and marrow morphology with attending; 5. Selected reading assignments and presentations.

Examination Procedures and Evaluation Criteria

Clinical evaluation by attending, attendance and participation in all assigned patient care activities and completion of assigned readings.

Pre-Rotation Instructions

You must contact the Office of Student Services, Eastern Division, two weeks prior to beginning of rotation to determine where to report. Phone: (304) 596-6312.