Faculty: INSTITUTE OF GRADUATE PGROGRAMS This major focuses on the detailed study of human anatomy with a clinical perspective. Students explore the structure and function of the human body, with an emphasis on understanding anatomical variations, pathologies, and clinical applications. The program integrates traditional anatomical knowledge with modern medical imaging, surgical techniques, and clinical research. Graduates are prepared for careers in medical education, clinical research, surgical fields, and related healthcare professions. **Learning Objectives:** - Understand the fundamentals of human anatomy and its clinical applications. - Develop skills in dissection, medical imaging, and surgical techniques. - Learn to identify and analyze anatomical variations and pathologies. - Explore the principles of clinical research and evidence-based medicine. - Understand the role of anatomy in medical education and clinical practice. - Analyze challenges and opportunities in clinical anatomy and healthcare. - Develop teamwork and problem-solving skills for clinical and research settings. **Major Outline:** 1. **Introduction to Clinical Anatomy** - Overview of human anatomy and its relevance to clinical practice. - Fundamentals of anatomical terminology, body systems, and clinical correlations. 2. **Gross Anatomy** - Detailed study of the human body's gross anatomy, including musculoskeletal, cardiovascular, respiratory, digestive, urinary, reproductive, and nervous systems. - Techniques for dissection and identifying anatomical structures. 3. **Medical Imaging in Anatomy** - Principles of medical imaging techniques, including X-ray, CT, MRI, and ultrasound. - Techniques for interpreting medical images and correlating them with anatomical structures. 4. **Surgical Anatomy** - Fundamentals of surgical anatomy, including surgical approaches, landmarks, and techniques. - Techniques for applying anatomical knowledge in surgical procedures. 5. **Clinical Pathology and Anatomy** - Exploration of anatomical variations, congenital anomalies, and pathologies. - Techniques for identifying and analyzing anatomical abnormalities and their clinical implications. 6. **Neuroanatomy** - Detailed study of the nervous system, including the brain, spinal cord, and peripheral nerves. - Techniques for understanding and applying neuroanatomical knowledge in clinical practice. 7. **Embryology** - Fundamentals of embryology, including early human development, organogenesis, and congenital malformations. - Techniques for understanding developmental anatomy and its clinical relevance. 8. **Research Methods in Clinical Anatomy** - Principles of research methods in clinical anatomy, including study design, data collection, and analysis. - Techniques for conducting and evaluating clinical anatomy research. 9. **Clinical Practicum in Anatomy** - Real-world clinical experiences, including observations, internships, and hands-on projects. - Techniques for applying learned skills in practical clinical settings. 10. **Capstone Project in Clinical Anatomy** - Comprehensive project to apply learned skills in anatomical research, medical imaging, or surgical techniques. - Techniques for delivering a polished and clinically relevant anatomical study. **Assessment Methods:** - Anatomical dissection reports, medical imaging analyses, surgical technique demonstrations, pathology case studies, neuroanatomy projects, embryology research papers, research methodology presentations, clinical practicum reports, capstone projects, group projects, and internships. **Recommended Textbooks:** - "Clinically Oriented Anatomy" by Keith L. Moore, Arthur F. Dalley, and Anne M. R. Agur. - "Gray's Anatomy for Students" by Richard Drake. - "Surgical Anatomy and Technique" by Glenn W. Geelhoed and Joel D. Tracy. - "Neuroanatomy: Text and Atlas" by Duane E. Haines. - "Langman's Medical Embryology" by T. W. Sadler. **Prerequisites:** Basic knowledge of biology, anatomy, and physiology. Suitable for students interested in medical education, clinical research, surgery, and healthcare professions. **Major Duration:** Typically 4 years for a bachelor's degree, including coursework, projects, practicum, and internships. Advanced degrees may take additional years. **Certification:** Graduates may receive a degree in Clinical Anatomy and pursue further specialization or professional certifications in medical education, clinical research, or surgical fields. **Target Audience:** Aspiring medical educators, clinical researchers, surgeons, and healthcare professionals seeking to specialize in clinical anatomy. This major equips students with the anatomical, clinical, and research skills needed to excel in clinical anatomy, supporting advancements in medical education, clinical practice, and healthcare research.