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INFECTIOUS DISEASE TRANSPLANT SERVICE ELECTIVE

MEDICINE 909
Course Description

Infectious disease management skills with a focus on transplant patients. Interaction occurs on the inpatient infectious disease transplant consult service at UW Hospital. In addition to extensive knowledge of infectious diseases in transplant patients, there is also an emphasis on major toxicities and drug interactions between antimicrobial agents, understanding the "net state of immunosuppression," and honing skills as a consultant in the hospital.

Prerequisties

Graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

2

Offered

Not Applicable

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