INTMD 7540 - Emergency Medicine: VA Medical Center

Topics: To provide experience in acute care medicine within a stimulating learning environment. A wide variety of ambulatory and emergency problems are seen. In addition to internal medicine problems, there are a variety of surgical conditions including intraabdominal, orthopedic, genitourinary, and vascular problems. The need for suturing frequently arises. Through a wide variety of techniques, this rotation should advance the student's knowledge of both ambulatory and emergency medical care. The work schedule will be individualized to best meet the educational goals of each student. Orientation will be held on the morning of the first day of the rotation at the University Hospital Emergency Department.