Developmental & Community Pediatrics Rotations

Information

• 4 weeks only; offered year round
• Maximum enrollment of 1
• Prerequisite: Pediatric Clerkship

Goal

The overall goal of the rotation is for the student to acquire basic knowledge of child development and common behavioral disorders found in children.

Objectives

1. Conduct a Developmental Screening tool, including recording information in a concise, complete and organized manner to be able to accurately score the tool.
2. Gain competence in the recognition, initial evaluation and management of both pervasive and specific developmental disorders.
3. Demonstrate the ability to critically assess medical literature and research methods used to investigate the management of common behavioral problems of infancy and childhood.
4. Acquire the knowledge and skill required for the accurate assessment of normal development.
5. Diagnose and manage common behavioral problems of infancy and childhood.
6. Organize patient care plans incorporating referrals to other healthcare providers and/or community agencies and resources.
7. Gain understanding of the complexity of counseling and patient education needed to manage illness and treatment plans in an effective, concise and understandable manner.

Format

Students will  observe and participate in outpatient Developmental Pediatrics clinics, including ADHD Diagnostic Clinic, Down Syndrome Clinic and general Developmental Pediatrics Clinic.  Additionally, students will participate in site visits to community partners, engage in a weekly lecture schedule and independent learning modules.

Evaluation Methods

An attending Developmental Pediatrician will review each Developmental Screen and provide feedback to the student at the time of the patient visit. The student will have at least one oral feedback session with a Developmental Pediatrician to discuss their progress.

Contact

J. Farabaugh
602-933-0471