PA 575 General Surgery Clerkship
This five-week rotation provides students with the opportunity to learn about general and specific principles of treating patients in the surgery setting. Students will learn how to evaluate, diagnose, manage, and refer patients presenting with surgical conditions. Students will perform pre-operative workups and post-operative care for patients. In addition, students will assist in the operating room as part of a surgical team. Mastery of aseptic techniques, gowning, gloving, instrumentation, suturing, and first and /or second assisting will be expected. The rotation will cover surgical conditions across the spectrum of body systems. Late evenings and weekend calls may be scheduled. Students work under the supervision of a licensed clinical preceptor and undergo an end of rotation evaluation. Hours: Students are expected to keep hours no less than that of their preceptor, up to 80 hours per week. This may include evenings, weekends, holidays, and rotating shifts.