The cases are available on the college’s web site. They are arranged in 2 parts. Part one is construction of the initial plan following the Problem Oriented Approach (POVMR). Part one also provides results of an initial database (hemogram, UA and biochemical profile) and requires your interpretation and assessment. You will have several opportunities to practice clinical pathology. Part 2 is the advanced database and plan. Part 2 also contains self-assessment multiple choice questions and additional examples of the disease represented by the case in question.

Specifics:
      Part 1:

1. Complete Part 1 of the assigned case and, after submitting it, print 2 copies of the report of your work(1 to hand in and 1 to follow in class).
2. Hand the report in to the instructor at the beginning of class on the day the assigned case is discussed.
3. Extra-credit of 2 points per case will be given for the reports submitted to Dr. Lorenz. It is possible to generate 20 points of extra-credit if all 10 cases are completed.
4. Part 1 will be discussed in class and questions answered. Students will be called on to discuss their work/answers. Remember to print 2 copies of your report so you have one to follow in class.
5. The answers to Part 1 will become available on the web after class so you can review your work.

      Part 2:

1. Part 2 will be completed in class through discussion. Students will be asked to assess data and draw conclusions.
2. A final diagnosis will be developed and treatment plans/options will be formulated.
3. Following class, students will have full access to the answers for Part 2.

There are no lectures in this course! Students must be willing to discuss the cases. You will be called on from time to time so come prepared.

Exam: The endocrine examination will be case oriented and follow the same strategies of the web based cases you will study. There will also be a few multiple-choice questions.

Course Outline:

Feb. 15: Case 1 (this case will be completed in class to illustrate and instruct use of web based program).

Feb. 16: Case 2 (Thyroid disorders)

Feb. 17: Case 3 (Thyroid disorders)

Feb. 18: Case 4 (Adrenal disorders)

Feb. 19: Case 5 and 6 (Adrenal disorders)

Feb. 20: Cases 7 and 8 (Disorders of calcium metabolism)

Feb. 21: Case 9 (Disorders of glucose metabolism)

Feb. 23: Case 10 (Disorders of glucose metabolism)

Feb. 24: Case 11 (Disorders of glucose metabolism)

March 3: Examination

Should you have problems with the Web or need special help in using the programs, please contact Dr. Lorenz (mlorenz@okstate.edu) or Betty Handlin (handlin@okstate.edu).

VMS 6615 
Systemic Medicine & Diseases III

Instructor of Record:
Michael D. Lorenz

E-mail:
mlorenz@.okstate.edu

Office:
205D Vet. Med.

Phone:
744-6651