Stritch School of Medicine - Elective Course Catalog

Introduction

Medicine (MED)

Dept. Contact:	Debi Kurcab
Location:	Rm. 7611A, Bldg. 102
Phone:	708-216-4813
Email:	dkurcab@lumc.edu

Department: Medicine

Course Number: MED-455

Course Title: Lawndale Outpt. Medical Care

No. of Students: 1

Site: Lawndale Christian Health Center

Supervisor: Prosper Wang, M.D.

Duration: 4.0 weeks

Periods Offered: Year round

Prerequisite: YES - Fourth year standing.

Special Note:
Please apply for a rotation by going to Lawndale’s website (www.lawndale.org, “Work With Us” tab, “Students/Residents” link), complete the online application, and email it to: prosperwang@lawndale.org

Dr. Wang will provide info about where to report apprx. 2 weeks prior to the elective's start date.

Description:
COURSE OBJECTIVES: 1. To learn general outpatient medical skills. 2. To understand the unique health care problems of the poor and how to address them. 3. To understand the health care system for the poor in Chicago.

DESCRIPTION OF CONTENT COVERED: Students will initiate outpatient encounters and will then review each case with one of the staff. Whenever practical, return visits will be scheduled so that the student will provide continuity of care.

Method of Evaluation:
Student's performance will be discussed with each student individually and a written subjective evaluation will be submitted.
*Address: 3860 West Ogden, Chicago, IL 60623, Phone: (773) 843-3000.
**The signatures of Dr. Wang and the Coordinator of Medicine Electives must appear on the application form. Present applications for this elective to the Coordinator of Medicine Electives at Loyola before obtaining Dr. Wang's signature.