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Urology - Medical Student Elective (4 weeks)
Objectives
Orientation and in-depth exposure in the specialty of Urology.
Course Outline
Urology encompasses a far greater variety of diseases than might be commonly assumed by those not familiar with the specialty. Subspecialty areas that will be covered during the rotation include Urologic Oncology; Endourology; Male Infertility; Female Urology; Pediatric Urology; Voiding Dysfunction and Reconstructive Surgery; and Erectile Dysfunction. The student will be assigned reading material and patients and will assist in clinic duties along with hospital surgery. The student will be expected to attend all conferences and hospital teaching rounds. Additionally, the student will prepare a presentation for grand rounds during the rotation.
Method of Evaluation
The student is evaluated with a compilation of information from the various staff and residents. The ultimate grade is given by the program director. Senior students are generally not required to take an oral exam.
Please log in to the Visiting Student Learning Opportunities (VSLO) for full details and application process and to view our elective catalog. Electives are approved with a maximum of one 4-week elective rotations and are based on academic merit and availability. Because the selection process is highly competitive, we ask that students please allow a minimum of 8 weeks for proper approval.
Please Note
Because of our increasing number of affiliate partnerships and the high demand for educational rotations at Ochsner, opportunities for visiting students from nonaffiliated schools may be limited.
Visiting students are responsible for locating and securing their own transportation, housing, and meals during the elective rotation(s).
We recommend that final housing and travel arrangements are deferred until enrollment has been confirmed in the event that we are unable to accommodate a specific course request.
All information requests must come through the UGME Office of Student Services.
Accepted students will be required to provide a completed Attestation Form signed by an authorized school representative, attesting to the student’s compliance with Ochsner requirements. This form must be submitted before the application can be processed. Students who receive a denied application for not submitting proper documentation cannot reapply for the same dates. The requirements are as follows:
- OIG/GSA Verification
- Personal health insurance documentation
- Immunization titers (MMR, Varicella)
- Proof of completed hepatitis B vaccine series
- Proof of annual TB skin test
- Proof of seasonal flu vaccine (for students rotating between December-April)
- Clear criminal and sexual offender background check
- Clean urine drug screen performed by a SAMHSA-approved laboratory
- Valid American Heart Association-issued Basic Life Support card
*Additionally, all students must submit proof of malpractice coverage from medical school, with limits of liability of $1,000,000/$3,000,000.
Ochsner Clinic Foundation
Undergraduate Medical Education
1401-A Jefferson Highway
Academic Center, First Floor
New Orleans, LA 70121
Electives@ochsner.org
