CLS 6221 - Hematology and Oncology

Credit(s): 6.50

This course provides an overview of hematology and oncology at the level of the second-year medical student. Through clinical science lectures, we develop proficiency in the diagnosis and naturopathic treatment approach to blood disorders such as anemia, bleeding and clotting conditions, leukemia, lymphoma, and solid tumors. Environmental and lifestyle influences of cancer epidemiology are analyzed. The rationale for and successful delivery of screening recommendations, and prognostic information are discussed. Research is presented to appreciate evidence of naturopathic adjunctive treatments for co-managing care within a collaborative, integrative model. Prerequisite(s): BAS 5130 , BAS 5121 ,THR 5120 , THR 5131 . Corequisite(s): CLS 6221T , CLS 6221L .