SGT-1030 Surgical Procedures I

4 Credits
In order to understand surgical procedures, the student must be able to explore specific medical conditions, signs, and symptoms leading up to surgery. At the conclusion of this course, the student will be able to identify anatomy and related pathology for various specialties. Specialties to be covered shall include General, OB/GYN, Genitourinary, and Plastic and Reconstructive Surgery. In addition, students will be able to identify and speculate on diagnostic procedures necessary before and during these surgical procedures.
Prerequisite(s): HIM-1530, BIO-2050, and SGT-1010 with grades of C or higher; BIO-2060 completed or concurrent.
2 lecture/6 lab hours.
Note: SGT courses are offered once per year in the fall, spring, and summer sessions I and II. A grade of C or higher must be maintained in all prerequisites, program courses, and required science courses.