Pediatrics - Syllabus

**Course Syllabus: Pediatrics**

**1. Course Information**

* Course Title: Pediatric Medicine
* Course Code: MED 301
* Credit Hours: 12 hours
* Prerequisites: Internal Medicine and Family Medicine clerkships
* Instructor:
+ Name: Dr. Jane Smith, MD
+ Title: Assistant Professor of Pediatrics
+ Email: [jane.smith@university.edu](mailto:jane.smith@university.edu)
+ Phone: 555-1234

**2. Course Description**

This course provides a comprehensive overview of pediatric medicine, focusing on the diagnosis, treatment, and management of common pediatric disorders. The target audience includes medical students, residents, and practicing physicians who seek to enhance their knowledge and skills in pediatrics. This course is relevant to medical practice as it covers essential topics for the evaluation and management of patients across the lifespan.

Throughout the course, students will learn about various pediatric conditions, including infectious diseases, developmental disorders, and chronic illnesses. The course also emphasizes the importance of evidence-based medicine, patient-centered care, and health promotion.

**Target Audience:**

* Medical students
* Residents in Pediatrics and Family Medicine
* Practicing physicians seeking CME credits

**3. Learning Objectives:**

Upon completion of this course, students will be able to:

1. Understand the pathophysiology and epidemiology of common pediatric disorders (Understand)
2. Apply evidence-based guidelines for diagnosis and treatment of pediatric conditions (Apply)
3. Analyze patient data and medical history to determine appropriate pediatric diagnoses (Analyze)
4. Evaluate the effectiveness of interventions and treatments in pediatric patients (Evaluate)

Specific learning objectives aligned with STEP2CK exam requirements include:

* Diagnosing and managing common pediatric conditions, such as asthma, diabetes, and developmental disorders
* Evaluating neonatal resuscitation and newborn care
* Managing pediatric infections and sepsis
* Providing behavioral interventions for pediatric psychosocial issues

**4. Course Content Outline**

Week 1: Introduction to Pediatric Medicine (2 hours)

* Overview of pediatric medicine
* Essential concepts in pediatric diagnosis and treatment
* Case presentations

Week 2-3: Neonatal Care and Resuscitation (4 hours)

* Fetal development and neonatal transition
* Principles of neonatal resuscitation
* Case studies

Week 4-5: Developmental Disorders (6 hours)

* Autism spectrum disorder
* Attention deficit hyperactivity disorder
* Down syndrome

Week 6-7: Infectious Diseases in Pediatrics (6 hours)

* Common pediatric infections (e.g., pneumonia, urinary tract infections)
* Principles of antibiotic therapy
* Case studies

Week 8-9: Chronic Illnesses in Pediatrics (6 hours)

* Asthma management
* Diabetes mellitus type 1 and 2
* Hypertension in children

Week 10-11: Behavioral Interventions and Psychosocial Issues (6 hours)

* Behavioral interventions for pediatric psychosocial issues
* Case studies
* Group discussions

Week 12: Final Review and Case Presentations (4 hours)

* Review of key concepts
* Practice case presentations

**5. Required Readings & Resources**

* Textbooks:
+ "Pediatric Medicine" by Robert F. Neff, MD (3rd ed.)
+ "Pediatric Clinical Guidelines" by the American Academy of Pediatrics (2022)
* Journal articles:
+ New England Journal of Medicine
+ Journal of Pediatrics
+ Pediatric Infectious Disease Journal
* Online resources:
+ American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP) website
+ Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) website
* Reference materials:
+ UpToDate
+ PubMed

**6. Assessment & Grading**

* Exams: 40% of final grade
* Assignments: 30% of final grade
* Participation: 20% of final grade
* Late submissions: -1 point per day after due date
* Accommodations: students with disabilities should contact instructor in advance

**Grading Scale:**

A (90-100%), B (80-89%), C (70-79%), D (60-69%), F (Below 60%)

**7. Course Schedule**

Week 1: Introduction to Pediatric Medicine
* Monday, January 10th: Lecture and discussion
* Wednesday, January 12th: Case presentations

Week 2-3: Neonatal Care and Resuscitation
* Monday, January 17th: Lecture and discussion
* Wednesday, January 19th: Case studies

Week 4-5: Developmental Disorders
* Monday, January 24th: Lecture and discussion
* Wednesday, January 26th: Group discussions

Week 6-7: Infectious Diseases in Pediatrics
* Monday, February 7th: Lecture and discussion
* Wednesday, February 9th: Case studies

Week 8-9: Chronic Illnesses in Pediatrics
* Monday, February 14th: Lecture and discussion
* Wednesday, February 16th: Group discussions

Week 10-11: Behavioral Interventions and Psychosocial Issues
* Monday, March 7th: Lecture and discussion
* Wednesday, March 9th: Case studies

Week 12: Final Review and Case Presentations
* Monday, March 28th: Lecture and review
* Wednesday, March 30th: Practice case presentations

**8. Course Policies**

* Attendance policy: Regular attendance is expected.
* Academic integrity: Plagiarism and academic dishonesty will not be tolerated.
* Late submission policy: Assignments submitted after the due date will incur a penalty.
* Accommodations: Students with disabilities should contact instructor in advance to discuss accommodations.

By enrolling in this course, students acknowledge that they have read and understood the syllabus and course policies.