Interacting with the Environment (IE) presents how the human organism, whose immune system co-evolved with its microbial partners, maintains homeostasis.
Normal immune function is contrasted to immune dysfunction including immune deficiencies, hypersensitivity, and autoimmunity. The dynamics of immune modulation are investigated by evaluating the pharmacology of immunosuppressive and anti-inflammatory medications. The clinical applications of immunology are further extended during an introduction to rheumatology, which is paired with the study of the musculoskeletal system. Structure lab provides the venue for detailed anatomical study of the limbs, and is aligned with sessions on the musculoskeletal examination and bedside ultrasound.
The clinical applications of immunology are further extended during an introduction to rheumatology, which is paired with the study of the musculoskeletal system. Students are introduced to the core principles of dermatology crossing between dermatopathology and clinical diagnosis. Complementing the science, students are introduced to their community Pediatric preceptor, and are guided through how to communicate, examine and evaluate pediatric patients, aligning with their experiences in ICE.