A systemic study of normal physiologic, microscopic, macroscopic, and topographical body structure with detailed study of cellular, tissue, and organ function will be applied to describing the pathogenesis of disease for the gastrointestinal system. Students will learn a selection of appropriate diagnostic tests for various diseases and how to interpret the results of these tests. Clinical applications are incorporated throughout the course in alignment with the ultimate goal of contributing to the education of a practitioner.
OPDVM-708-A0: Gastrointestinal System
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