Four-Week Electives for the Clinical Continuum - Department of Radiology

Objective:

To increase the student's knowledge of the diagnostic imaging modalities offered by a modern radiology department and achieve a better understanding of how to select and sequence the appropriate examinations for specific clinical presentations.

Course Content:

The course consists of a four week rotation through the Diagnostic Radiology Department of one of Tulane's affiliate hospitals. The student is assigned time in all the general and subspecialty areas, observing diagnostic studies and evaluations.  Students spend time in: General Radiology, Flourscopy, CT, Ultrasound, Nuclear Medicine, Angiography, and Magnetic Resonance. During these rotations students can observe how patient and technical variables can influence an exam and discuss the results with the radiologist.

Term: This limited selective is a four week course which is offered in all blocks. A maximum of six students may be assigned to this course each block.

Positions available

• Ochsner Foundation Hospital  (2 students per block)
  
• West Jefferson Hospital  (1 student per block)
  
• Methodist Hospital  (2 students per block)
  
• Memorial Hospital  (1 students per block)
  

Advanced Radiology - Tulane Medical Center (MDRD ARD TMC)

Purpose:

To offer the student additional insight into Diagnostic Radiology through active participation in General Radiology and the subspecialty areas.

Course Content:

Upon successful completion of either the Radiology Clerkship, the Basic Selective or an equivalent Selective at another medical school, a senior can request to take a one month Advanced Selective in Radiology. This Selective offers a more intense experience with a closer one-on-one staff/student relationship in all areas of the department. Through this mechanism students with a career interest in Diagnostic Radiology can gain advanced insight into the profession.

Time Offered: A one month course available in all blocks (Blocks 01-10).
Positions Available: 4 students per block (at Tulane only).
Evaluation: Students are evaluated by the radiologist in charge of each subspecialty.

Radiation Oncology: Comprehensive Review Of Cancer - Medical Center of Louisiana (MDRD ONC CH)

Objective:

To increase the students knowledge of Radiation Oncology and its impact upon treatment of cancer patients.

Course Content:

A one month course in Radiation Oncology covering the basic physics and biology of Radiation Oncology along with participation in the treatment and follow-up assessments of patients. Students are expected to attend Tumor Conferences. Before signing up, interested students should contact Dr. Zakris. Phone: (504) 551-0054.

Duration: 1 month
Time Offered: Available in all blocks upon approval (Blocks 01-10).
Positions Available: 1 student per block (upon approval by Ellen Zakris, M.D.)
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor
Evaluation: Students will be evaluated on the basis of their performance during the Selective.

Pediatric Radiology (MDRD PED CHI OR TMC)

Objective:

To increase the student's knowledge of pediatric imaging.

Course Content:

A four week course in pediatric radiology offering the student insight into the use of diagnostic imaging in pediatric medicine. Students witness the interpretation of all the imaging modalities used in pediatric diagnosis including; x-ray, CT, MRI, Interventional procedures Ultrasound, and Nuclear Medicine.

A rotation can be arranged at Children's Hospital under the supervision of Dr. Kenneth Ward (Course Code: MDRD PED CHI) or at TMC Hospital under the supervision of Dr. Harold Neitzschman (Course Code: MDRD PED TMC). One position is available at Children's Hospital and one is available at TMC.

Duration: 1 month
Time Offered: Blocks 01-10
Quota: 1 student at each site
Evaluation: Students will be evaluated on the basis of their case presentations.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor

Nuclear Medicine (MDRD NM TMC)

Objective:

To increase the student's knowledge of radionucleide imaging.

Course Content:

A four week course in nuclear medicine offering the student insight into the use of radionucleid imaging in medicine. Students witness the performance and the interpretation Nuclear Medicine studies and correlate the results with patient clinical information.

One student per block can arrange a Selective in Nuclear Medicine upon approval by Dr. Richard J. Campeau at Tulane Medical Center.

Duration: 1 month
Time Offered: Blocks 01-10
Quota: 1 student at each site
Evaluation: Students will be evaluated on the basis of their case presentations, performance on the Selective, and possibly a written final.
Prerequisite: Permission of Instructor

Neuroradiology (MDRD NR TMC)

Upon approval of Paul R. Rosel, M.D., students can take a four week course in Neuroradiology. The course is intended to offer the student concentrated exposure to the imaging exams used in diagnosing neurological pathology. Students spend time with the Neuroradiologist witnessing the interpretation of neurological studies performed with CT, MRI, MRA, Angiography, Myelography, and plain radiography. Discussion about the images and pathology displayed is encouraged. Students can also supplement their knowledge by attending numerous interdepartmental conferences within the departments of ENT, Neurology, and Neurosurgery, as well as by reviewing the American College of Radiology Neuroradiology Teaching file.

Course Goal:

To offer students an in-depth experience in the imaging, diagnosis and management of neurological disease

Ojbectives:

• Gain additional insight into imaging algorithm construction as it pertains to specific neuropathologic conditions.
• Understand the importance of the interaction, communication, and teamwork between the clinician and the neuroradiologist as it relates to patient management.
• The student will understand neuroradiology reports and be able to recognize described abnormalities on the corresponding imaging studies.
• Better understand the importance of advanced technical digital imaging in the future of diagnostic imaging.
• Better differentiate normal for abnormal neuroradiology studies.
• Identify basic neuroantomy on CT, MRI, MRA, Angiography, Myelography, and Radiography exams.

Orthopaedic Radiology (MDRD OR TMC)

Objective:

To increase the students knowledge of the imaging utilized for the work-up of orthopaedic pathology.

Course Content:

A four week course in orthopaedic imaging. Students study the application of radiologic imaging in orthopaedic conditions. Each student spends time with the radiologist in the musculoskeletal imaging area at Tulane Hospital and at the uptown Tulane Institute of Sports Medicine.

Class Goal:

To analyze the appearance of normal and abnormal musculoskeletal images and its implications on patient care.

Duration: one month
Time Offered: Blocks 01-10
Quota: one student
Evaluation: Students will be evaluated on the basis of their case presentations and performance on the Selective.
Prerequisite: Permissions of Dr. Edward Demouy

Diagnostic Ultrasound (MDRD ULT TMC)

Objective:

To increase the students knowledge of diagnostic ultrasound and its role in diagnostic imaging.

Course Content:

A four week course in diagnostic ultrasound. Students spend time discussing the interpretation of ultrasound images and witness the proper performance of ultrasound exams. Students are given the opportunity to scan and correlate organ anatomy with the ultrasound images. Through this mechanism, students learn the proper utilization of diagnostic ultrasound in patient diagnosis.

One student per block can arrange a Selective in Ultrasound upon approval by Dr. Adam Dowling at Tulane Medical Center.

Duration: one month Time Offered: Blocks 01-10 Quota: one student Prerequisite: Permission from Dr. Campeau Evaluation: Students will be evaluated on the basis of their case presentations and performance on the Selective.

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