Nervous System
Course covers the gross and microscopic anatomy of the nervous system, basic neurobiology and neurophysiology, pharmacology, neuropathology, and basic neurologic and psychiatric examination skills. Emphasis is on the relationship between basic processes and functional systems to clinical phenomena and behavior. course objectives

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Digestion, Endocrine, and Metabolic Systems
This interdisciplinary course integrates clinical and basic science topics related to the normal function and diseases of the gastrointestinal and endocrine systems. The biochemistry and physiology of nutrient metabolism in health and disease will also be covered. course objectives

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Ethics in the Health Professions
Required two-part course in ethics taught with dental, medical, nursing, pharmacy, physical therapy and physician assistant students. This course includes basic knowledge and skills in ethical theory and reasoning, professional ethics, and inter-professional approaches to health care decision making.

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Life Cycle
Course provides an interdisciplinary approach to the normal biology and pathobiology of the male and female reproductive systems, reproduction and pregnancy, the fetus, newborn and child, aging, and end of life. Clinical cases and physical examination will be integrated throughout. course objectives

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Infectious Disease
This course integrates microbiology, infectious diseases, and antimicrobial pharmacology. Content covers pathogenic microorganisms (bacteria, viruses, fungi, and parasites), host-pathogen interactions, microbial virulence determinants, host immune responses, signs and symptoms of disease presentation, epidemiology, laboratory diagnosis, prevention (vaccines) and therapy (antimicrobials). course objectives

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Foundations of Doctoring Curriculum
This year long course is designed to expose students to basic clinical skills necessary for physicians. Each week, students spend one afternoon either learning communication/physical exam skills/professionalism on campus or practicing their clinical skills with a preceptor off campus. website, course objectives

Mentored Scholarly Activity
A four year requirement for students to pursue and complete a mentored scholarly project and a capstone presentation. Project can be in one of the following thematic areas: basic and clinical research; epidemiology and public health; humanities and social sciences. website, course objectives

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