Case-Based Curriculum for General Medicine Consultation

Abstract

Abstract This problem-based learning module contains case collections for eight topics in general medicine consultation. Each of these case collections is based on one or two published review articles for each topic. Residents and their attending physician are expected to read the articles for the topics and then review the cases together. Attending physicians are provided with a version of the case that includes suggested answers to questions presented in the case collections. Topics include postoperative fever, antimicrobial prophylaxis, perioperative cardiac issues, perioperative endocrine issues, perioperative of anemia and bleeding disorders, perioperative management of liver disease, perioperative neurologic issues, venous thromboembolism prophylaxis, and preoperative pulmonary risk assessment. Faculty have reported that they are very pleased with the curriculum. A pre- and postrotation test was designed and is expected to begin its use in the near future.

Keywords

• Preoperative Evaluation
• Postoperative Fever
• Bleeding Disorder
• Liver Disease
• VTE Prophylaxis
• Preoperative Care