Pediatrics

Mission Statement of Clerkship

To provide 4th year medical students with increased independence and responsibility when caring for pediatric patients in the hospital to best prepare them for intern year.

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Goals of Clerkship

• To develop essential knowledge, skills, and attitudes utilized in the intern year of residency.

• To provide the opportunity to function as an intern while supervised by senior residents, fellows and faculty.

• Recognize personal limitations in knowledge and skills and identify appropriate resources.

• Take primary responsibility for the patient.