SGL I - Cardiology: Welcome

The goal of the Cardiology Block is to provide students with a broad‐based education in cardiovascular medicine; cycling through the normal structure and function of the cardiovascular system to pathology diagnosis and treatment of disease. Students will apply their basic science knowledge to the practical clinical skills of caring for patients with cardiovascular diseases including coronary artery disease, vascular heart disease and hypertension. Students will be expected to be able to make appropriate decision making; diagnosing, evaluating and treating patients with cardiovascular disease utilizing standard techniques. This incorporates the comprehensive services of disease prevention, early detection and health promotion.