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PEDIATRIC NEPHROLOGY

PEDIAT 963
Course Description

Provides an in-depth introduction to a variety of kidney diseases, allowing students to build upon their ability to diagnose and treat complex pediatric and adolescent patients. Students will rotate through the American Family Children's Hospital inpatient nephrology service, outpatient nephrology clinic, and the inpatient dialysis unit. Two and four week rotations are available.

Prerequisties

Graduate/professional standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

2 to 4

Offered

Not Applicable

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Instructors (2025 Fall)

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