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University of South Carolina    
2017-2018 School of Medicine Bulletin (Archived) 
    
 
  Mar 28, 2024
 
2017-2018 School of Medicine Bulletin (Archived) [Archived Catalog]

PEDI G815 - Ambulatory Pediatrics


Credits: 4

This elective is designed for the student who desires exposure to the ambulatory aspects of pediatric practice. Experience will be gained in well child care, behavioral pediatrics, and acute illnesses. The student will participate in daily morning rounds and teaching conferences. Emphases will be placed on interview techniques, parenting concepts, principles of preventive health care, and the diagnosis, differential diagnosis, treatment principles and follow-up care of common acute pediatric illnesses. Services Provided at CPM are:  well child exams & health supervision, childhood immunizations & flu shots, same day appointments for sick children, care of chronic illnesses (i.e. asthma, diabetes), Attention Deficit Hyperactivity Disorder, sports physicals, pre-op dental physicals, developmental delays, behavioral issues, adolescent issues, Teen-mom program, Healthy Lifestyles, nutritional counseling.