Courses

Dr. William M. Scholl College of Podiatric Medicine
Department of Basic Biomedical Sciences

Basic Biomedical Sciences
Department Chair - Bruce L. Manion, Ph.D. [email]
Phone (847) 578-8405

Curriculum

MCBA500A,B&C CLINICAL ANATOMY - 10 QUARTER CREDIT HOURS
Course Description:
Gross Anatomy is a comprehensive series of lectures on the gross structure and function of the human body, including clinical correlation lectures by medical professionals. The lectures are complemented by complete regional dissections of human cadavers in the laboratory.
Course Objectives:

to provide the student with a basic knowledge of the facts and principles underlying the gross structure and function of the human body
to relate the facts and principles of human anatomy to clinical applications
to provide an actual physical experience with the structure and function of the human body
to provide a sound foundation for the study of all other medical courses in the podiatric curriculum
to prepare the student to pass the Gross Anatomy portion of National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners Part I Exam and the Basic Biomedical Sciences Comprehensive Exam.

PBBS502A&B BIOCHEMISTRY - 7 credits
Course Description:
Biochemistry is a comprehensive series of lectures on medical biochemistry, presenting the physiochemical aspects in the human being. The biosynthesis and energy yielding transformations of biomolecules (proteins, nucleic acids, lipids, carbohydrates and small-molecular weight compounds) will be detailed and their relationship to health will be illustrated through examining disease states and case studies. This course provides a strong foundation for the upper level courses: Pathology, Pharmacology and Medicine.
Course Objectives:

Understand the biochemical structure and function of the human boday and its organ systems.
Perform and interpret a history and physical as related to pathology of the systems of the lower extremity.
Perform and/or interpret the most frequent clinical, laboratory, imaging, gait and biomechanical analysis and other diagnostice studeies used to detect and diagnose pathologies of the lower extremity.
Demonstrate knowledge of the pathologic manifestations of common conditions of the lower extremity.
Formulate an appropriate differential diagnosis and management plan, which may include patient education, prevention proigrams and treatment strategies.
Recognize abnormal medical history and physical findings and formulate a differential diagnosis.
Pass the National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners Part I and Part II examinations.

PBBS503A&B STRUCTURE AND FUNCTION - 11 credits
Course Description:
This lecture and laboratory course presents the principles of medical histology and physiology. Normal organ systems will be examined at the ultrastructural, microscopic, and whole-organ levels. The histology lab uses virtual microscopy in the University's computer lab rooms. This course is an important prerequisite for Pathology, Pharmacology and Medicine.
Course Objectives:

to understand the microscopic anatomy and physiological functions of organ systems
to recognize the appearance of normal histological structure
to perform some procedures used in patient physicals
to prepare the student to pass the histology and physiology portions of the National Board of Podiatric Examiners Part I Exam and the Basic Biomedical Sciences Comprehensive Exam

PBBS504 NEUROSCIENCE - 5 credits
Course Description:
Neuroscience is a comprehensive series of lectures on the structure, neurophysiology and function of the human nervous system. The lectures are complemented by powerpoints, laboratory demonstrations and clinical correlations.
Course Objectives:

Provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of the structure and function of the human nervous system as a foundation for other courses and clinical experiences in the podiatric curriculum.
Provide students with the ability to identify the symptoms associated with the alteration of the normal function of the systems of the human nervous system.
Provide students with the knowledge required to pass the general anatomy section of the NBPME Part I Exam and the Neuroscience section of the BBS Comprehensive Exam.

PBBS505A&B MICROBIOLOGY & IMMUNOLOGY- 7 credits
Course Description:
Microbiology and Immunology is a comprehensive series of lectures on fundamental microbiological and immunological principles emphasizing their applications to podiatric medicine. Chemical and physical properties of microorganisms are used to explain how microorganisms cause disease, and how the human host defenses combat disease-causing agents. Case studies are presented throughout the course. Symptoms of infectious diseases and immunologic disorders are emphasized.
Course Objectives:

to provide the student with a basic knowledge of the facts and principles of microbiology and immunology
to relate these facts and principles of microbiology and immunology to clinical and laboratory applications
to provide a sound foundation for the study of other courses in the podiatric curriculum
to prepare the student to pass the microbiology portion of the National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners Part I Exam and the Basic Biomedical Sciences Comprehensive Exam

PBBS506A&B LOWER EXTREMITY ANATOMY - 8 credits
Course Description:
Lower Extremity Anatomy is a comprehensive lecture and laboratory series covering the gross anatomy of the lower extremity. PowerPoints, demonstrations and clinical correlations are presented in lecture to enhance the student's knowledge of this region of the human anatomy. The laboratory provides a complete regional dissection of the gluteal, thigh, popliteal, leg and foot regions of the lower extremity.
Course Objectives:

Provide students with a comprehensive knowledge of the anatomy of the lower extremity as a foundation for other courses and clinical experiences in the podiatric curriculum.
Provide students witht he ability to visualize the relationship of the anatomical structures of the lower extremity as a foundation for other courses and clinical experpiences in the podiatric curriculum.
Provide students with the knowledge required to pass the lower extremity anatomy section of the NBPME Part I Exam and the BBS Comprehensive Exam.

PBBS601A&B PHARMACOLOGY - 9 credits
Course Description:
This course is a comprehensive presentation of medical pharmacology. The general principles of drug disposition including drug absorption, distribution, metabolism, elimination and pharmacokinetics are covered as well as pharmacodynamics of major drug groups. Emphasis is on mechanism of drug action, uses, adverse effects, contraindications and clinically important drug interactions. Dosage is not emphasized unless specifically stated by the instructor.
Course Objectives:

the correlation of pharmacology with related medical sciences
interpretation of the mechanism of drug action with uses of drugs
emphasis on the application of pharmacodynamics to therapeutics
to prepare the student to pass the pharmacology portion of the National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners Part I Exam and the Basic Biomedical Sciences Comprehensive Exam

PBB6S602A,B&C PATHOLOGY - 10 credits
Course Description:
A comprehensive lecture series covering the fundamental concepts of general and organ pathology. General pathology is concerned with abnormal cellular phenomena, reactions to injury and pathologic mechanisms. Specific diseases and their pathologic consequences are considered in organ system pathology.
Course Objectives:

to provide the student with a basic understanding of the diverse mechanisms responsible for disease and the factors that contribute to pathological processes
to provide the student with an understanding of clinical laboratory tests and how departures from reference range values can be used for diagnostic purposes
to teach the student how to apply pathophysiologic and pathologic principles to podiatric and general medical problems
to prepare the student to pass the pathology portion of the National Board of Podiatric Medical Exam Part I Examination and the Basic Biomedical Sciences Comprehensive Exam

DPM601 NBPME Part I Review and BBS Comprehensive Exam- 1 credit
Course Description: This course is composed of an online portion consisting of review materials for all the Basic Biomedical Science courses and a comprehensive examination covering all Basic Biomedical Science courses. The course is inteded to help prepare the students for the National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners (NBPME) Part I examination and access their progress in the Basic Biomedical Science courses over the first two years. The course is graded on a pass/fail basis.
Course Objectives:

demonstrate knowledge of normal human anatomy, physiology, molecular biology and the biochemical structure and function of the human body and its organ systems
demonstrate knowledge of the causes of disease and of altered structure and function of the human body and its organ systems
demonstrate knowledge of pharmacological principles and pharmacological interventions
demonstrate knowledge of microbes and the diseases that they cause
demonstrate knowledge of the structurre and function of the immune system
pass the National Board of Podiatric Medical Examiners Part I and Part II examinations

Updated 7 April 2011