Prerequisites: Successful completion of previous DPT coursework.
Professional Practice Expectations VI is designed as the capstone of the teaching-learning threads throughout the curriculum. Students design their four week Elective experience during this course, as well as prepare for the fall Clinical Education experiences. Students also critically explore the role of Clinical Instructor (CI) and revisit the assessment and organizational skills necessary for successful practice.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of previous DPT coursework.
Student groups will work through problems and case studies related to patients with lower and upper limb amputations. Students will address the pathology, impairments, functional limitations, and disabilities associated with amputation. Emphasis will be placed on examination, evaluation, intervention and physical therapy diagnosis related to patients with amputations. Content will include: 1) all previously learned examination skills such as assessment of sensation, range of motion and strength, 2) previously learned interventions such as wound care, post-operative care, therapeutic exercise, and home programs, 3) new examinations, evaluation, intervention and physical therapy diagnosis skills related to the patient with an amputation, and 4) new information related to prosthetic prescription and prosthetic training. Basic science principles will be integrated with examination, evaluation and intervention.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of previous DPT coursework.
This course is designed to provide students with the study of human development with emphasis on children under five. The primary emphasis will be on the assessment, evaluation, diagnosis, prognosis and intervention in children with neuromusculoskeletal disorders. Students will be expected to use this information to develop interventions to meet patient-centered goals. There will be a variety of learning experiences used in this course.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of previous DPT coursework.
This course is designed to provide physical therapy students with the opportunity to integrate all aspects of the patient management model across complex patients. Information presented in the course is designed to build on basic skills and expand intervention options as available for the management of patients with musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary and integumentary dysfunction. Emphasis will be placed on clinical decision-making related to various pathologies. Content will be presented using a variety of instructional strategies to include lecture/discussion, small group activities and lab participation. The emphasis of the course is a “hands-on” approach whenever possible. The course will culminate in a comprehensive exam.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of previous DPT coursework.
This is a 16-week full-time clinical experience focusing on the care of patients with neurological and/or complex medical problems. Students are assigned to inpatient acute care, inpatient rehabilitation, skilled nursing or outpatient facilities. This experience may be scheduled either as 16 weeks in one facility with opportunity for participation in multiple patient care areas, or as two 8-week periods in different facilities. Under the direct supervision of a physical therapist, students use the knowledge and skills gained in didactic coursework to examine, evaluate, diagnose, develop a prognosis and expected outcomes and intervention plan and implement that plan for patients with orthopaedic dysfunction. Students document their work using proper format, research information about problems with which they are unfamiliar, and perform other duties pertinent to functioning as a member of the healthcare team.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of previous DPT coursework.
This is a 12-week full-time clinical experience focusing on the care of patients with a wide variety of diagnoses. The experiences will vary with the student’s previous clinical experiences and areas of interest serving as a guide for selection. Under the direct supervision of a physical therapist, students use the knowledge and skills gained in didactic coursework to examine, evaluate, diagnose, develop a prognosis and expected outcomes and intervention plan and implement that plan for patients with a wide variety of medical diagnoses. Students document their work using proper format, research information about problems with which they are unfamiliar, and perform other duties pertinent to functioning as a member of the healthcare team.
Prerequisites: Successful completion of previous DPT coursework.
The student will gain knowledge and skills in a physical therapy special interest area by individually defining personal learning objectives and developing learning activities to achieve those objectives. Self assessment, expert opinion and/or peer assessments are utilized to evaluate outcomes of the experience. Study may be in areas related practice, administration, education or research.
Course Prerequisites: Admission to the DPT Program. Eligible for Licensure.
A detailed study of the concepts, methods and strategies of evidence-based practice as it relates to physical therapy. The focus will be on an in-depth assessment of the value of different levels of evidence as it relates to determining best practice in physical therapy and study of the evaluation, critical appraisal and systematic review of evidence. Emphasis will be placed on student evaluation of current outcome assessment measures in their current field of practice or interest.
PTHP 9502 - Diagnostic Imaging for Physical Therapists
This course includes the pertinent diagnostic medical tests for patients with orthopedic/spinal dysfunction cardiopulmonary, integumentary, and neuromuscular disorders. Diagnostic tests pertinent to physical therapy diagnosis in the major body systems will be emphasized.
Grade Mode: Normal
Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4
Course Level: Graduate Semester
Allied Health SciencesGraduate SemesterDoctor of Physical Therapy
This course includes the pertinent clinical pharmacology for patients with orthopedic/spinal, cardiopulmonary, and neuromuscular disorders. Commonly prescribed pharmacology agents used for gastrointestinal, genitourinary, and endocrine system disorders will also be explored. Pharmacokinetics and pharmacodynamics, indications and contraindications of various drugs will be discussed relative to their effect on diagnosis, prognosis, and interventions in physical therapy. Additionally, the physiological processes in major body systems will be studied with particular emphasis on changes that occur considering variables such as age, environment, race, and gender.
PTHP 9504 - Physical Therapy in Prevention, Fitness, Wellness and Health Promotion
This course addresses the role of physical therapists in prevention, fitness, wellness and health promotion. Activity, nutrition, and wellness are explored using Guidelines from the Center for Disease control and Prevention and the United States Department of Agriculture.
Grade Mode: Normal
Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4
Course Level: Graduate Semester
Allied Health SciencesGraduate SemesterDoctor of Physical Therapy
A detailed study of the concepts, methods and strategies of evidence-based practice as it relates to physical therapy. The focus will be on an in-depth assessment of the value of different levels of evidence as it relates to determining best practice in physical therapy and a study of the evaluation, critical appraisal and systematic review of evidence. Emphasis will be placed on student evaluation of current treatments or interventions in their current field of practice or interest.
PTHP 9506 - Ethical/Legal Implications for Physical Therapy Practice
This is an advanced course that addresses legal and ethical implications for physical therapy practice in the current healthcare environment. The student will examine the various realms of ethics and the implications for current practice. The student will also examine the evolving roles for the profession as affected by such factors as changing societal demands, trends in healthcare, government regulations, and the expanding body of knowledge.
The course introduces the physical principles and instrumentation associated with the production of sound waves for diagnostic purposes. Topics include waves and wave formation, attenuation, pulsed waved operation, transducers, system operation, and artifacts.
PYCS 3210 - Radiation Health: Physics, Protection, and Biology
Prerequisite: Admission to BRT program.
Regulations, principles and practices of radiation protection, and information particular to each radiologic specialty and/or modality. Medical aspects of radiobiology including cellular, systemic and total body responses
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Prerequisites: Prerequisites: PYCS3100
Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3
Course Level: Undergraduate Semester
Equivalent Course: RSC3210
BSRS_NUMT-Nuclear Medicine Technology, BSRS_RADT-Radiation Therapy
PYCS 3215 - Radiation Health: Physics, Protection, and Biology Lab
Regulations, principles and practices of radiation protection, and information particular to each radiologic specialty and/or modality. Medical aspects of radiobiology including cellular, systemic and total body responses
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 1Contact Hrs. Low: 2
Course Level: Undergraduate Semester
Equivalent Course: RSC3634
BSNMT_NUMT-Nuclear Medicine Technology, BSRS_NUMT-Nuclear Medicine Technology, CERNM_NUMT-Nuclear Medicine Technology
Prerequisite: Pre-calculus
Advanced applications of medical digital images and computer systems. Didactic lecture series and hands-on exercises emphasize specialized areas of clinical utilization of computer hardware and software available in medical imaging departments as an instrument of medical diagnosis and therapy. Emphasizes three-dimensional reconstructive techniques.
Prerequisite: Admission to BRT program
Principles of the production of x-ray including x-ray tubes and generators. Concepts of CT physics and instrumentation. CT scanner equipment fundamentals from first generation to multi-slice spiral and cline CT.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3
Course Level: Undergraduate Semester
Equivalent Course: RTR4631
BSRS_NUMT-Nuclear Medicine Technology, BSRS_RADT-Radiation Therapy
The course refines the physical principles and instrumentation associated with the production of sound waves for diagnostic purposes. Topics include Doppler, bio-effects, contrast, harmonics, quality assurance, fluid dynamics, and hemodynamics.
Prerequisite: Admission to the Medical Dosimetry program
Principles of radiation to include radioactive decay, x-ray production, radiation quality, interactions with matter, detection and measurement of radiation, and radiation safety issues are reviewed. The theory and operation of external beam linear accelerators are discussed. Concepts of clinical radiation transport along with methods to accurately calculate dose are emphasized. Various calculational algorithms, with their clinical implementation, are presented.
Prerequisite: BRTC 3210
Theory of operation of nuclear medicine detection and imaging instrumentation presented in lectures coordinated with weekly experiments in directed laboratory sessions. Major emphasis on quality control of nuclear medicine detection and imaging instrumentation.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3
Course Level: Undergraduate Semester
Equivalent Course: PCS3632
Allied Health SciencesBSRS_NUMT-Nuclear Medicine TechnologyUndergraduate Semester
Prerequisite: PYCS 3100 & PYCS 4600
Applications of nuclear medicine computer systems. Didactic lecture series and hands-on laboratory exercises emphasize the specialized areas of clinical utilization of computer hardware and software currently available in nuclear medicine departments as an instrument of medical diagnosis. Course also addresses physical principles and quality control of SPECT and PET imaging.
Prerequisite: Pre-Calculus or permission of instructor
Introduction to radiation physics with emphasis on radiation therapy physics. Basic principles of radiation such as radioactive decay, production of x-rays, radiation quality, radiation interaction with matter, radiation detection and measurement, and radiation safety. Design and principles of operation of radiation therapy equipment are included.
Prerequisite: PYCS 4800.
Application of physics learned in PYCS 4800 to radiation oncology. Concepts of dose distribution in tissue patient treatment approaches and planning techniques. Calculation systems for photon, electron, and Brachytherapy treatments included and all modification factors for treatment devices, patient geometry, and machine parameters considered in-depth. Course designed to augment the student’s clinical knowledge from rotations in radiation therapy and radiation dosimetry.
Introduction to radiation physics with emphasis on radiation therapy physics. Basic principles of radiation such as radioactive decay, production of x-rays, radiation quality, radiation interaction with matter, radiation detection and measurement, and radiation safety for the medical dosimetrist are discussed. Design and principles of operation of radiation therapy equipment are included.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4Contact Hrs. Low: 4
Course Level: Graduate Semester
Allied Health SciencesMHSMD_MDOS-Medical Dosimetry, MHS_DOSM-Medical DosimetryGraduate Semester
Prerequisites: Admission to the Medical Dosimetry program.
Concepts of dose distribution in tissue and the rationale for specific patient treatment approaches and planning techniques will be presented for the medical dosimetrist. Calculation systems for photon, electron, and brachytherapy treatments are included with all modification factors for treatment devices, patient geometry, and machine parameters considered in-depth. The course is designed to augment the student’s clinical knowledge from rotations in medical dosimetry.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 3Contact Hrs. Low: 3
Course Level: Graduate Semester
Allied Health SciencesMHSMD_MDOS-Medical DosimetryGraduate Semester
Advanced topics in medical dosimetry physics including; IMRT, biologic modeling, treatment planning systems QA, dose calculation algorithms, as well as current advancements in the field.
Course prerequisites: Admission to Medical Dosimetry program
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4Contact Hrs. Low: 4
Course Level: Graduate Semester
Allied Health SciencesMHSMD_MDOS-Medical DosimetryGraduate Semester
Prerequisite: None
The four week elective provides a basic overview of clinical radiology. Students rotate through most of the major areas of radiology, participating in the clinical diagnostic process. In addition to clinical rotations, lectures and case conferences are scheduled throughout the rotation. The primary goal of the elective is to help the student develop a better understanding of the functions of radiology as a contributor to primary care of the patient. The student will learn to recognize certain basic radiographic signs and patterns; however, it is not intended that students will be able to “read” a radiograph at the end of the elective.
Prerequisite: None
This clerkship is designed for students who have an interest in either Diagnostic Radiology, Pediatrics, or Family Medicine. The four-week rotation will include exposure to radiography, fluoroscopy, CT, ultrasound, and MRI of the pediatric patient. In addition to didactic lectures, the student will attend film reading sessions with faculty and resident(s).
RADM 5004 - Advanced Clerkship in Diagnostic Radiology
Prerequisite: RAD 5001
he goals of this course include understanding the
modalities to image pathology, and determining an
efficient approach to the radiologic evaluation of the
patient for those students desiring additional exposure
to diagnostic radiology.
RADM 5005 - Radiology Clerkship Off Campus Elective
This elective designed for the student who is considering pursuit of a radiology residency and who would like to obtain additional and varied experiences
in the field.
RADM 5006 - Clerkship in Radiation Therapy Oncology
Prerequisite: None
The student will gain experience in the workup and
general management of the cancer patient in the areas
of curative therapy, palliation, and supportive care.
Prerequisite: Phase III
The student and the attending set specific goals and plan learning activities that will lead to attainment of the student’s objectives.
This elective designed for the student who is considering pursuit of a radiation oncology residency and who would like to obtain additional and varied experiences in the field.
Prerequisite: None
Goals: The goal of this elective is to provide the student with an opportunity to learn fundamental methods and experimental design in radiology research. The research activities shall have direct relevance to the clinical interests of the student; Objectives: To guide the student in the fundamental process of basic science/clinical research including the development of a short research proposal, implementation of experimental methods and critical exchange of ideas with other researchers; Activities: The student will participate in writing a short research proposal relevant to a project in the PI’s lab. The student will gain knowledge of the literature of the field, will obtain training and experience in appropriate laboratory methods, analysis and critical interpretation of experimental data; will participate/attend journal clubs, lab meetings and departmental seminars as deemed appropriate by the PI: Assessment: The student will submit a well written, 2-3 page summary of the research describing the hypothesis tested, relevant literature, methods used and data obtained as well as a comprehensive, yet succinct discussion of how the findings obtained add to the body of knowledge being investigated.
Special arrangement can be made for elective periods of one month in Radiology in Southwest Georgia. Enrollment in this elective must be approved by Dr. William Guest in Albany.
RADM 5085 - Phase I Elective: Introduction to Radiology
Prerequisite: None
Examine the process of radiologic diagnosis through assigned readings, clinical activities, and discussions with faculty. A daily log of activities and impressions will be kept and turned in to the course coordinator at the end of the course.
RADM 5086 - Introduction to Neuro-Interventional Radiology
The primary goal of the elective is for the participating medical student to develop understanding of the functions of a neuro-interventionalist. You will be required to keep a radiology elective journal describing activities and types of studies that you observe or participate in during the course.
Prerequisite: RAD 5085
This course provides a basic introduction to radiation oncology. Students will observe and participate in the therapeutic patient workup. The primary goal of the elective is to help the student develop a better understanding of the functions of the radiation oncologist and a radiation therapy center.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
An overview of radiation therapy to include medical terminology, patient care, basic machine usage, communication skills, as well as the rationale of radiation therapy and related subject matters.
Grade Mode: Normal, Audit
Hours: Credit Hrs. Low: 4Contact Hrs. Low: 4
Course Level: Undergraduate Semester
Equivalent Course: RTT4601
BSRS_NUMT-Nuclear Medicine Technology, BSRS_RADT-Radiation Therapy
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
Students work with the clinical personnel in a team approach to radiation therapy treatment, planning and patient care.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
Students work with the clinical personnel in a team approach to radiation therapy treatment, planning and patient care.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
Students work with the clinical personnel in a team approach to radiation therapy treatment, planning and patient care.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
Overview of quality assurance in radiation therapy to include methods of monitoring function of radiation therapy equipment, maintenance of complete and accurate patient records and records reflecting function of equipment, as well as routine checks for general condition of treatment room.
RADT 4613 - Quality Assurance in Radiation Oncology
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
Overview of quality assurance in radiation therapy to include methods of monitoring function of radiation therapy equipment, maintenance of complete and accurate patient records and records reflecting function of equipment, as well as routine checks for general condition of treatment room.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program
General principles of patient simulation including familiarization with equipment, patient positioning, and the rationale for simulation of radiation therapy portals.
Prerequisite: Senior standing or permission of instructor.
Review of radiation therapy literature through research, discussions and student or guest presentation.
RADT 4621 - Cancer Management in Radiology Oncology
The student is provided with an introduction to the specific malignant disease entities by site occurrence. Disease processes and the treatment planning philosophy are discussed, as well as the relationship of these concepts to clinical simulation and treatment planning procedures.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
Students work with the clinical personnel in a team approach to radiation therapy treatment, planning and patient care.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
Students work with the clinical personnel in a team approach to radiation therapy treatment, planning and patient care.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
Students work with the clinical personnel in a team approach to radiation therapy treatment, planning and patient care.
Prerequisite: Admission to the program.
Directed project in which the student works independently on a project related to radiation oncology or medical dosimetry