Course number: MDC 7401
Credits: 4
Clerkship web page: Canvas Link
Contact Information
ELECTIVE INFORMATION
Elective Description
This is a 4-week long acting internship in pediatrics, to give fourth year medical students the opportunity to participate in patient care and refine their knowledge in pediatrics, working as a member of a multidisciplinary team, and to hone in on skills necessary for success during internship. This experience allows the student more autonomy and to have primary responsibility for patient care including the history and physical examination, formulating independent assessments and plans, writing orders and arranging consultation and follow-up care. The student will function as an acting-intern and will be supervised by the attending and the senior resident. There will also be opportunities for procedure skills labs and individualized meetings with the course director to discuss pertinent skills and goals to become ready for intern year. The objective of this clerkship is to prepare the interested student for an internship in pediatrics.
Pre-requisites
Completion of 3rd year of medical school.
BOG Attestation Regarding Elective Instructional Materials
Instructional materials for this course consist of materials reviewed, selected, and assigned by the instructor(s). The instructor(s) is only responsible for these instructional materials. Based on self-assessment of learning needs, students may identify other credible resources to augment the identification, analysis, and synthesis of relevant information.
Required Textbooks and Resources
None
Recommended Textbooks and Resources
Helpful Resources
Computer Requirement
Personal Laptops
Personal laptops can be utilized in clinical spaces and should meet the computer requirements laid out by the College of Medicine (https://osa.med.ufl.edu/support/policies-procedures/computer-requirement/). While desktops are typically available on all clinical rotation sites it is recommended that you bring a personal laptop in case a desktop is not available.
Formative Feedback
Students are STRONGLY encouraged to obtain formative feedback from all supervisors with whom they have significant contact.
ASSESSMENT
Assessment is based on clinical performance and ability to gather accurate history and physical exam, patient presentation and medical decision making, ability to carry out tasks required to care for patients. This will be determined based on feedback and assessments from residents and faculty who work with the student. Assessment is also based on professionalism, attendance, and participation in weekly sessions with Course Director.
Representative evaluation forms are included at the end of the syllabus.
Grading
Grading is Satisfactory/Unsatisfactory (S/U). Final grades will be based on (below is an example):
*Students are evaluated on the following professionalism domains:
- Respectfulness
- Work Ethics and Dependability: Students are expected to be present M-F 7am- 5pm. Up to 3-day absence can be made up on weekends.
- Motivation and Excellence
- Honesty
POLICIES
Academic Honesty
All students should understand the Student Conduct Code and Student Honor Code and be familiar with what constitutes a violation. The Honor Code specifies a number of behaviors (e.g., cheating, plagiarism) that violate this code and possible sanctions.
Students are obligated to report to the course director any violations of this code and any condition that facilitates academic misconduct. Consult the course director with any questions or concerns.
Every UF Student is subject to the following Honor Pledge
“We, the members of the University of Florida community, pledge to hold ourselves and our peers to the highest standards of honesty and integrity by abiding by the Student Honor Code. On all work submitted for credit by Students at the University of Florida, the following pledge is either required or implied: On my honor, I have neither given nor received unauthorized aid in doing this assignment. Furthermore, I acknowledge that it is a violation of the Honor Code to capture or share assessments or assignments in any manner (e.g., download, duplicate, print, transcribe), in whole or in part, including taking screen shots or images with a computer, tablet, or camera, including a phone.”
Violations of the Student Conduct Code or Student Honor Code will be referred to the ASC.
Accommodations
The University of Florida is committed to providing academic accommodations for students with disabilities. Students requesting accommodations must first register with the Disability Resource Center (DRC) (352-392-8565 https://disability.ufl.edu/) by providing appropriate documentation. Once registered, students should present their accommodation letter to the ADA Representative, Mr. Jim Gorske, who will distribute the accommodation letter to appropriate course and/or clerkship directors, as needed, as well as the testing center. The University encourages students to register with the DRC as soon as they begin medical school or upon the verification of a disability.
Electronic Communication
All electronic correspondence to students related to assessments, grades, student academic records, and FERPA-regulated matters must be sent only to or from a Gatorlink (“ufl.edu”) email address. FERPA, like HIPAA, has specific legal and regulatory restrictions, with violations leading to adverse consequences (see http://www.registrar.ufl.edu/ferpa.html). It is against UF policy to auto-forward Gatorlink email to an outside email address (see http://www.it.ufl.edu/policies/email/electronic-mail).
Student Learning Culture
The University of Florida College of Medicine is committed to promoting a positive learning culture and treating all members of the college community fairly with regard to both personal and professional concerns. The learning culture feedback policy ensures that concerns are promptly dealt with, and resolutions are reached in a fair and just manner. Mistreatment is any decision, act, or condition affecting a student that is determined to be illegal or unjust or that has created unnecessary hardship. Mistreatment may take the form of verbal or physical abuse, discrimination for any reason, or a requirement for individual service activity that is independent of requirements for other team members. Unprofessional behavior is an action that goes against accepted professionalism standards. Unprofessional behavior may take the form of usage of unprofessional or profane language or disrespect of other physicians, health professions, learners, or patients and families. Any concerns should be reported, including anonymously, using the Learning Culture Feedback Form. Any retaliatory action against student who report grievances in good faith is forbidden by the college. The college also wants to celebrate individuals who are exemplars in contributing positively to the learning environment and facilitate such behavior becoming an inherent part of our culture. These positive interactions can also be reported by using the Learning Culture Feedback Form.
Student Professionalism Lapse Reporting
Development of professionalism is a key outcome of the medical school curriculum and is evaluated as a core competency, as described above. Lapses should be reported at the Medical Student Portal under Resources (https://students.med.ufl.edu/about/student-professionalism-lapse-report/). Reports can be submitted anonymously and are kept confidential. Professionalism lapses by a student, faculty member, house staff, patient, or other staff should be reported through this mechanism.
College of Medicine Policies and Procedures Handbook
COM Medical Student Resources
- COM Office of Student Affairs: http://osa.med.ufl.edu/
- COM Office of Student Counseling & Development: https://counseling.med.ufl.edu/
- Provides information on counseling, self-assessment, wellness, student resources, and student advocacy.
- Can help with time management, getting tutoring, and other resources to help you achieve your personal and academic goals.
- Student Health Care Center: Call 352-392-1161 (24/7) to find care, or visit http://shcc.ufl.edu/.
- UF Counseling and Wellness Center: http://www.counseling.ufl.edu/cwc/
- UF Health Shands Emergency Room: For immediate medical care call 352-733-0111 or go to the emergency room at 1515 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, https://ufhealth.org/emergency-room-trauma-center.
- UF Police Department: Visit https://police.ufl.edu/ or call 352-392-1111 (or 911 for emergencies).
- U Matter, We Care! If you or someone you know is in distress, please contact 352-294-2273 or umatter@ufl.edu or visit http://umatter.ufl.edu to refer or report a concern.
Clinical Performance Evaluation of Student
Department of Pediatrics: University of Florida College of Medicine
MDC7401 Pediatric Sub-I Schedule
Students spend most days rounding in the morning and engaging in patient care in the afternoon. They also attend academic half day with the residents on Tuesdays and attend a weekly discussion with Dr. Beasley on Mondays or Tuesdays.