This unit provides students with an understanding of human diseases. This includes the clinical presentation, pathogenesis (mechanisms), treatment and prognosis. The unit is suitable for students interested in a career in clinical diagnostic pathology, biomedical research or preparation for postgraduate study. Topics are introduced in a lecture format and specific aspects expanded in e-learning classes. This includes discussion of the process of disease diagnosis and assessment of treatment outcome. The unit gives an overview of disease processes affecting many body systems. Students are taught by pathologists and scientists involved in diagnosis and research. -- Course Website
Instructor: Winthrop Professor Wendy Erber