Get Hands-On Anatomy Experience with MedSci Discovery
National University’s MedSci Discovery program is designed to expose high school students to the medical field through hands-on anatomy instruction. This immersive program will help students develop advanced critical thinking skills required of medical professionals through case-based discussion with hands on correlation in the human anatomy dissection laboratory. Students will explore opportunities in musculoskeletal cases during week 1 and neuroanatomy cases in week 2. Students can choose which week best suits their interest or take advantage of both weeks.
Program Format
The MedSci Discovery program takes place over the course of 2 weeks. Students can register for one or both weeks so that they can engage and learn the information most relevant to their interests.
Within the program, students will learn:
Week 1 – Musculoskeletal Anatomy
July 10 – 14, 2023 | 9am – 1pm
Focus: general anatomy of tissues with emphasis on nerve, muscle, bone and joint systems
Knowledge Gained: linking anatomy to function, mechanism of injury, and possible causes for simulated patient complaints
Demonstration and Examination: case outcomes will be demonstrated on bones, cadavers and models
Week 2 – Neuroanatomy
July 17 – 21, 2023 | 9am – 1pm
Focus: anatomy knowledge of central nervous system including neural tissue, the brain and spinal cord, and the skull
Knowledge Gained: linking neuroanatomy to function, mechanism of injury, and possible causes for simulated patient complaints
Demonstration and Examination: case outcomes will be demonstrated on brains, models, and/or imaging studies
MedSci Discovery – Program Location
This program takes place at the National University of Health Sciences campus in Lombard, IL.
Cost
The charge for this program is $1,450 for one week $2,610 for both weeks*
*10% discount for 2 weeks
Full Scholarship Available
Student must be a paid registrant to be eligible. A scholarship application will be sent with the confirmation packet after registration.
Prerequisites
Students must have completed Grade 9 prior to program start.
Campus & Anatomy Lab Guidelines
The laboratory is a place for scientific learning through the utilization of human cadavers and human cadaver material. It is necessary for students to understand the distinction between a corpse and a cadaver; learning in the laboratory is not the same as visiting a morgue or a funeral home. Cadavers are available for learning purposes through anatomical gift programs, where individuals choose to participate in an effort to advance research and education. This requires students to behave with a high degree of respect in the presence of human specimens in the laboratory.
Registration
To register and join us for one or both weeks, complete the application process:
More Information
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