MED 673A

This course will concentrate on the evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment of the ambulatory patient in an underserved area in the state of Mississippi. Each student will spend time with a selected physician practicing primary care in an economically underserved area to obtain knowledge and experience in ambulatory medicine typical of primary care in these regions. Emphasis will be placed on arranging appropriate follow-up for each patient in the outpatient and inpatient settings. The training is focused on establishing a quality educational experience for the students in order to enhance recruitment of these future physicians into practice in these particular areas within our state. Times for participation dependent upon preceptor availability. Students should contact the department in advance to insure appropriate timing.