M1 Sequence Overview
Musculoskeletal
Sequence Directors
Thomas Gest, Ph.D.
Associate Professor of Anatomical Sciences
Associate Professor of Medical Education
E-mail: gest@umich.edu
Phone: 734-764-4389
Fax: 734-615-8191
Secretary: Lisa Collom
E-mail: lblackma@umich.edu
Office: 3808 Med Sci II
Sequence Dates
10/8/07 - 10/26/07
Sequence Mission Statement & Intended Learning Outcomes

This sequence will provide foundational basic science knowledge of the musculoskeletal system, integrated with clinical relevance.

Knowledge

Understand the fundamental principles of muscle physiology and clinical problems of abnormal muscle physiology. Understand the processes involved in development of the musculoskeletal system and commonly encountered developmental abnormalities. Understand the biochemical basis of muscle metabolism and clinical issues of abnormal muscle metabolism. Be able to identify the cells and tissues of the musculoskeletal system and understand their functions, important relationships, and associated common clinical problems. Be able to identify the anatomical components of the musculoskeletal system and understand their functions, important relationships, and associated common clinical problems. Understand the fundamental principles and applications of modern imaging techniques and be able to identify normal musculoskeletal anatomy using common clinical imaging modalities.

Skills

Become proficient at recognizing the cells and tissues of the musculoskeletal system. Become proficient at anatomical dissection and recognition of anatomical structures. Become proficient at recognizing anatomical structure using common imaging modalities. Become proficient at presenting anatomical and clinical information in a concise and precise manner.

Professionalism

1. Approach peer teaching with commitment to quality and responsibility to peers.
2. Approach peer evaluation with responsibility and commitment to quality improvement.
3. Approach human dissection with commitment to learning and respectful treatment of body donors.
Resources

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