Electives - Obstetrics and Gynecology

ACE - AI in Ambulatory Gynecology

Elective Number: 1902 (arranged)

Rotation Supervisors: Dr. Lisa Christianson

Designated Signer: Karen Ahern; kaa7p@virginia.edu; phone: 924-2773

Duration: 4 weeks

Available: Rotations 1, 2, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13

Report to: Linda Birch, N.P.

Time to Report: 8:00 am

Place to Report: Student Health Gyn front desk

Typical day: 8:00 am - 5:00 pm

Attendance: Attendance at elective activities is mandatory. A student may not take time off during an ACE.

• Anyone who is ill or has a personal or family emergency must contact Student Affairs and the Attending on Service.
• Students are allowed to take off up to 1 day per week to interview between November 1 and February 1.
  • Specific days missed must be approved by the Attending on Service.

Number of students per rotation: 2

Course Description: This elective provides an opportunity for fourth year medical students to increase their proficiency in ambulatory gynecology knowledge, skills, and attitudes by participating in the care of university students. Elective participants are expected to increase their knowledge of: well-woman care, normal and problematic aspects of contraception, evaluation and management of menstrual problems, and evaluation and management of vaginal and pelvic infections (including sexually-transmissible diseases). They will enhance their skills in gynecologic exams (with emphasis on breast and pelvic exams and microscopic evaluation of genital samples) and in communicating about sensitive topics, particularly sexual practices. They will also enhance their patient education skills. Elective participants will be expected to demonstrate and refine attitudes that are sensitive, non-judgmental, and compassionate toward patients. Elective participants will attend and present at didactic sessions.