This course offers students the opportunity to build on their existing knowledge base of paediatric nephrology, rheumatology, immunology and haematology/oncology. It also covers common problems encountered in the adolescent population that may not have been covered in previous learning. Students will have the opportunity to learn from a wide range of paediatric specialists who will suggest a focused and practical approach to commonly encountered paediatric problems within these subspecialties.

Normally 4 full teaching days, timetabled fortnightly

MED5065

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3000 word essay on relevant topic

The aim of this course is to foster a practical approach to the paediatric patient with a range of specialist problems

By the end of this course, students will be able to:

■ Critically appraise the presentation and management of renal, infectious, immunological and musculoskeletal disorders and diseases.

■ Demonstrate a detailed and critical understanding of haematological and oncological presentations.

■ Conceptualise and consolidate fundamentals of adolescent health and wellbeing

Students must submit at least 75% by weight of the components (including examinations) of the course's summative assessment.