Adrenal Adenoma Part 1

Subject:

Science and Technology

Institution Name:

NYU School of Medicine

Collection:

H.E.A.L.

Grade Level:

Post-secondary

Abstract:

In this module, you will learn how to work up an adrenal adenoma and gain comprehension of the complex physiology of the adrenal gland. Clinical history: WISE-MD is a required, case-based, multidisciplinary, self-study online resource within the surgery clerkship. It is employed 1) as a model that provides core surgical knowledge, decision-making, intellectual aspects of skills, and professional competency, and 2) a primer for operating room experiences. In actual use it consists of 2 parts: Part 1 is an enactment of the patient-physician interaction including: topic fundamentals, history, physical examination, laboratory and imaging studies, decision-making, surgery, and post-operative care. Key instructional features include rich media-enhanced expositions, annotated imaging studies, and animated three-dimensional models juxtaposed with real surgical footage. Links to related material encourage a deeper exploration of topics, providing an adaptive and customizable curriculum. Basic science concepts are easily incorporated, emphasizing their relevance to clinical science and to surgical decision-making.

Course Type:

Learning Module

Languages:

English

Material Type:

Video Lectures

Media Format:

Video

Conditions of Use:

Creative Commons Attribution-Noncommercial-Share Alike 3.0