This course establishes scientific core knowledge and bridges the basic medical sciences with clinical medicine. The course covers the pathophysiology of human diseases that appear as a result of structural and functional alterations of the human body systems. The course begins with the study of human anatomy and physiology pertinent to the pathological conditions presented and progresses to the pathophysiological topics needed by physician assistant students. The course will enhance decision-making ability when working as a PA in clinical practice.
Prerequisites: PAS 1821, 1824, 3038C, 3075