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University of South Carolina    
2017-2018 School of Medicine Bulletin (Archived) 
    
 
  Apr 25, 2024
 
2017-2018 School of Medicine Bulletin (Archived) [Archived Catalog]

GMED G830 - Medical Spanish (longitudinal)


Credits: 4

This a 4 week elective that can be blocked into a 4 week segment or completed longitudinally. Students will have complete an online Medical Spanish proficiency course.  Student will learn how to communicate in Spanish regarding a number of systems: cardiovascular, pulmonary, gastrointestinal, obstetrics and gynecology, psychiatry, musculoskeletal, neurology, prevention, immunizations, and screenings.  In addition, students will learn how to take a history, perform physical examinations, ask review of systems, and inform patients of the necessary diagnostic evaluations.  Students are required to complete an online medical Spanish course, attend lectures or online learning sessions, participate in formative weekly interviews, submit weekly history and physical examination write-ups, and observe interpreters in various settings. Students will work with a faculty mentor and/or interpreter to develop an OSCE station on a common diagnosis at the conclusion of their rotation. The majority of the coursework should be done during the assigned block.