Description:

The Integrated Human Physiology course builds on anatomy, biochemistry, and cell biology, and presumes a working knowledge of the basics of college physics and chemistry. Using case tutorials, lectures, focused exercises, laboratories, and demonstrations, Integrated Human Physiology (IHP) is designed as an introduction to human physiological systems; the knowledge and skills you acquire in this course form the foundation for much of what follows in human systems courses in year 2 and the clinical work of year 3 and beyond. The goals of the course are: 1. To introduce several major physiological systems in a manner that emphasizes the interplay of cellular, molecular and biochemical processes that underlie system function, with emphasis on the respiratory, cardiovascular, gastrointestinal, renal, endocrine, and reproductive systems. 2. To emphasize the homeostatic interactions that take place between those component physiological systems and that give rise to the integrated functioning of the human body. 3. To provide a conceptual background for the function and interplay of human organ systems. We view this course as part of a continuing medical education in which vocabularies and concepts are introduced sequentially, and are periodically reinforced to allow an understanding of normal and pathological processes. The material is presented within a clinical context whenever possible to emphasize the application of physiological principles to patient care. Finally, there is an emphasis in this course on analytical reasoning and the development of critical thinking skills, which are essential for your success as a clinician.

Evaluation:

Students must pass both the tutorial & the final assessment of the course, including sev short eval exercises during the course in addt to final exam.