Handbook

Describe and explain the major stages of embryology, and the specific embryonic development of the digestive, genitourinary, and central nervous system;

Describe and identify the normal structure and function of the vascular system, and explain common vascular pathologies such as atherosclerosis and deep vein thrombosis and their risk factors and symptoms;

Describe the musculoskeletal system in general, explain the anatomy and relevant pathophysiology of the shoulder and knee in detail, and identify normal anatomy;

Identify regional abdominal anatomy, including cross-sectional anatomy, and explain the pathophysiology of the hepatobiliary system and pancreas;

Describe the normal anatomy, physiology and common pathologies of the thyroid and breast, and identify normal anatomy;

Identify regional pelvic anatomy, including cross-sectional anatomy, and explain the pathophysiology of the urinary and reproductive systems.