MDR 889: ACE: Pediatric Gastroenterology, Hepatology, and Nutrition

The student will be able to participate in the care for inpatients and outpatients; to participate in daily rounds on inpatients as well as consults with the attending physician, fellow and pediatric resident team. Opportunities to conduct patient interviews and examinations as well as to observe/participate in GI procedures will be an integral part of the elective. The student will review indications/risks for particular procedures and surgeries as they relate to pediatric gastroenterology. Students will also participate in weekly outpatient clinics. Students will also learn care of gastrostomy tubes. The 4 week rotation will consist of 2 weeks inpatient and 2 weeks outpatient.