Pathophysiology: Course Descriptions

PPH 511 Advanced Pathophysiology I
A case study approach is utilized to identify basic principles of pathophysiology and analyze pathophysiological alterations occurring in selected disease processes. The use of appropriate clinical and laboratory data for assessment is emphasized. The application of course content to clinical case studies and vignettes enhances synthesis and critical thinking. Prerequisite: undergraduate anatomy and physiology or equivalent. [2]

PPH 512 Advanced Pathophysiology II
A case study approach is utilized to study pathophysiological alterations occurring in selected system-related disease processes. The use of appropriate clinical and laboratory data for assessment is emphasized. The application of course content to clinical case studies and vignettes enhances synthesis and critical-thinking. Prerequisite: undergraduate anatomy and physiology or equivalent. [4]