Urology
LOCATION: Ruby Memorial Hospital, Morgantown, West Virginia
PRECEPTORS: Adam Luchey, MD
DURATION: 4 weeks minimum
OFFERED: Continuously
MAXIMUM ENROLLMENT: 4 students
STATUS: Elective
Objectives
To gain competence in the evaluation of the male and female urogenital system; to learn the important diagnostic steps in urologic evaluation; to formulate a pertinent differential diagnosis and treatment plan for common urologic conditions; to obtain exposure to basic urologic research including: case reports, review articles, prospective and retrospective chart reviews.
Methods to Achieve Objectives
Students will function as the primary physician for selected in-patients and out-patients on the urology service. They will be supervised by urology residents and faculty. Students will evaluate out-patients, in-patients, and consultations as appropriate. They will interview patients, perform physical examinations, formulate differential diagnosis and treatment plans commensurate with their knowledge base and skill level. In addition, they will learn pre-operative and post-operative care and assist with urologic surgery.
Examination Procedures and Evaluation Criteria
Students will read about and have informal lectures by faculty in the following areas: Benign prostatic hyperplasia, erectile dysfunction, incontinence, genitourinary trauma, calculus disease, genitourinary oncology, and pediatric urology. Involvement in on-going department research projects is strongly encouraged.
The core textbook for this rotation is AUA core curriculum which can be found on the AUA website.
Students are evaluated by demonstrating proficiency in the following areas: knowledge base, physical diagnosis skills, ability to formulate a differential diagnosis and treatment plan, basic surgical skills, and ability to deliver effective patient care. On sub-internships, medical students will be expected to give a 35-40 minute Grand Rounds Lecture.
Pre-Rotation Instructions
Prior to the start date, the medical student is responsible for emailing Ms. Morgan Myers, morgan.myers@hsc.wvu.edu at least one week prior to the start date of the rotation to get the starting location.