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EE 369A: Medical Imaging Systems I (BMP 269A)

Imaging internal structures within the body using high-energy radiation and ultrasound, studied from a systems viewpoint. Modalities covered: x-ray, computed tomography, nuclear medicine, and ultrasound. Review of linear signals and systems, Fourier transforms, random variables, and noise. Analysis of existing and proposed systems in terms of resolution, frequency response, detection sensitivity, noise, and potential for improved diagnosis. This course covers Fourier transform basics and serves as an alternative prerequisite to EE 261 for EE 369B. Prerequisite: EE 102A (undergraduate-level signals and systems) or similar.
Terms: Win | Units: 3

EMED 101: Emergency Management Skills: Stanford Response Team Training

Addresses personal, community, and organizational response and resilience in emergencies. Learn disaster psychology and self care, personal risk assessment, situational awareness, and preparedness. Obtain the skills needed to deploy as a layperson member of a Community Emergency Response Team (CERT). Learn and practice first aid, light rescue, medical field operations, and experience team building exercises tailored to disaster response. Analyze emergency management concepts and approaches to learn about Stanford's response to a range of scenarios/case studies within the framework of country, state, and federal public health responses. Leave the course prepared to assist in emergency situations meaningfully and confidently.
Terms: Aut, Spr | Units: 1

EMED 111A: EMED 111A: Emergency Medical Responder Training (EMED 211A)

The Stanford Emergency Medical Responder (EMR) Program ( EMED 111A) introduces those interested in EMS, and provides an overview of the knowledge and skills necessary to manage the scene of an emergency until more highly trained responders arrive. This theoretical and practical training is a prerequisite and will prepare you for the EMT Program in Winter and Spring quarters ( EMED 111B/C). It also allows students to sit for the NREMT exam for EMRs once the optional skills session has been successfully completed. The EMR Skills Session will be hosted over a weekend towards the end of the quarter. The exact date will be announced during Week 1 of the course. Instructor permission is required to repeat the course.Please note, ONLY graduate students may enroll for 3 or 4 units with instructor permission
Terms: Aut, Win, Spr | Units: 3-5

EMED 111B: Emergency Medical Technician Training (EMED 211B)

First of two-quarter Stanford Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program ( EMED 111B/C). Students are trained to provide basic life support and to transport sick and injured patients to the hospital. Topics include patient assessment and managing cardiac, respiratory, neurological, and other medical emergencies. Includes both lecture and practical sessions. After completing the EMED 111 sequence and meeting all class requirements, students can sit for the National Registry EMT cognitive exam and obtain state certification as an EMT. We encourage freshmen and sophomores to apply. Skills labs will be held every Thursday evening, with one entire weekend towards the end of the quarter. Tuesdays will have office hours as posted during the first weekA one-time course fee of $70 will be assessed to cover the required equipment and a uniform shirt. (Financial assistance may be available. Please get in touch with the instructor with any concerns.)Prerequisites: EMED 111A and application (see http://emt.stanford.edu), or consent of instructor. AHA or Red Cross healthcare provider CPR certification is also required but can be obtained during the quarter.Please note, ONLY graduate students may enroll for 3 or 4 units with instructor permission.
Terms: Win | Units: 3-5

EMED 111C: Emergency Medical Technician Training (EMED 211C)

Second of two-quarter Stanford Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Program - ( EMED 111B/C). Topics include ambulance operations, environmental emergencies, trauma management including falls, gunshot wounds, orthopedic and blast injuries, mass casualty incidents, vehicle extrication, and pediatric and obstetrical emergencies. Skills labs will be held every Thursday evening, with one entire weekend towards the end of the quarter. Prerequisites: EMED 111A/211A, 111B/211C, and consent of instructor, AHA or RC CPR certification.Please note, ONLY graduate students may enroll for 3 or 4 units with instructor permission.
Terms: Spr | Units: 3-5

EMED 112A: Advanced Training and Teaching for the EMT **EMT REFRESHER** (EMED 212A)

EMED 112A/212A is a California and NREMT-approved EMT refresher course that provides the necessary continuing education. Topics include both medical and traumatic emergencies, as well as skills training. Students taking this course also serve as teaching assistants for EMED 111/211, the initial EMT training course. There will be one class activity on a Saturday and Sunday during the quarter, which is required; a specific date will be announced during the first few weeks of class.Prerequisites: Completion of an EMT certification course (such as EMED 111A-C), CPR for Healthcare Providers, and consent of the instructor. See http://emt.stanford.edu for more details.
Terms: Aut | Units: 2-3 | Repeatable for credit

EMED 112B: Advanced Training and Teaching for the EMT (EMED 212B)

Advanced topics and teaching in EMS, including assessment and treatment of the undifferentiated trauma patient (including airway management, monitoring, and evaluation) and prehospital care in nontraditional locations. Students taking this course also serve as teaching assistants for EMED 111/211, Stanford's EMT training course. nn**THIS IS NOT AN EMT REFRESHER COURSE, only EMED 112A/212A is a California and NREMT approved EMT refresher course.**nnPrerequisites: Current EMT certification (state or NREMT), CPR for Healthcare Providers, and consent of instructor. See http://emt.stanford.edu for more details.
Terms: Win | Units: 2-3 | Repeatable for credit

EMED 112C: Advanced Training and Teaching for the EMT (EMED 212C)

Advanced topics and teaching in EMS, including leadership of MCIs, vehicle extrication, and obstetric and pediatric emergencies. Students taking this course also serve as teaching assistants for EMED 111/211, the Stanford EMT training course. There will be one class activity on a weekend towards the end of the quarter, specific date will be announced during the first few weeks of class.nn**THIS IS NOT AN EMT REFRESHER COURSE, only EMED 112A/212A is a California and NREMT approved EMT refresher course.**nnPrerequisites: Current EMT certification (state or NREMT), CPR for Healthcare Providers, and consent of instructor. See http://emt.stanford.edu for more details.
Terms: Spr | Units: 2-3 | Repeatable for credit

EMED 122: BioSecurity and Pandemic Resilience (BIOE 122, EMED 222, PUBLPOL 122, PUBLPOL 222)

Overview of the most pressing biosecurity issues facing the world today, with a special focus on the COVID-19 pandemic. Critical examination of ways of enhancing biosecurity and pandemic resilience to the current and future pandemics. Examination of how the US and the world are able to withstand a pandemic or a bioterrorism attack, how the medical/healthcare field, government, and technology sectors are involved in biosecurity and pandemic or bioterrorism preparedness and response and how they interface; the rise of synthetic biology with its promises and threats; global bio-surveillance; effectiveness of various containment and mitigation measures; hospital surge capacity; medical challenges; development, production, and distribution of countermeasures such as vaccines and drugs; supply chain challenges; public health and policy aspects of pandemic preparedness and response; administrative and engineering controls to enhance pandemic resilience; testing approaches and challenges; prom more »
Overview of the most pressing biosecurity issues facing the world today, with a special focus on the COVID-19 pandemic. Critical examination of ways of enhancing biosecurity and pandemic resilience to the current and future pandemics. Examination of how the US and the world are able to withstand a pandemic or a bioterrorism attack, how the medical/healthcare field, government, and technology sectors are involved in biosecurity and pandemic or bioterrorism preparedness and response and how they interface; the rise of synthetic biology with its promises and threats; global bio-surveillance; effectiveness of various containment and mitigation measures; hospital surge capacity; medical challenges; development, production, and distribution of countermeasures such as vaccines and drugs; supply chain challenges; public health and policy aspects of pandemic preparedness and response; administrative and engineering controls to enhance pandemic resilience; testing approaches and challenges; promising technologies for pandemic response and resilience, and other relevant topics. Guest lecturers have included former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice, former Special Assistant on BioSecurity to Presidents Clinton and Bush Jr. Dr. Ken Bernard, former Assistant Secretary of Health and Human Services Dr. Robert Kadlec, eminent scientists, public health leaders, innovators and physicians in the field, and leaders of relevant technology companies. Open to medical, graduate, and undergraduate students. No prior background in biology necessary. Must be taken for at least 4 units to get WAYs credit. Students also have an option to take the class for 2 units as a speaker series/seminar where they attend half the class sessions (or more) and complete short weekly assignments. In -person, asynchronous synchronous online instruction are available.
Terms: Win | Units: 2-5 | UG Reqs: GER: DB-NatSci, GER:EC-GlobalCom, WAY-SI | Repeatable 3 times (up to 15 units total)
Instructors: Trounce, M. (PI)

EMED 123N: Does Social Media Make Better Physicians?

Scientific knowledge doubles every 90 days. Physicians must quickly learn about recent discoveries to remain current in their chosen specialties. How does tech help doctors stay up-to-date? Twitter, Snapchat, lnstagram, and Face book are used to teach physicians and their patients. Online learning systems have replaced most textbooks and social media platforms are now vehicles to disseminate new knowledge. This seminar will explore the best ways to use technology in medical education, with a focus on the application of social media as a key instructional tool. Students will learn about the different stages of education required to become a physician and explore some of the challenges to continuing medical education. Class assignments will include the creation of health education infographics, reading and drafting posts for medical biogs, and critical analysis of medical podcasts. The course will be particularly interesting to pre-medical students who have a background in blogging or po more »
Scientific knowledge doubles every 90 days. Physicians must quickly learn about recent discoveries to remain current in their chosen specialties. How does tech help doctors stay up-to-date? Twitter, Snapchat, lnstagram, and Face book are used to teach physicians and their patients. Online learning systems have replaced most textbooks and social media platforms are now vehicles to disseminate new knowledge. This seminar will explore the best ways to use technology in medical education, with a focus on the application of social media as a key instructional tool. Students will learn about the different stages of education required to become a physician and explore some of the challenges to continuing medical education. Class assignments will include the creation of health education infographics, reading and drafting posts for medical biogs, and critical analysis of medical podcasts. The course will be particularly interesting to pre-medical students who have a background in blogging or pod casting, though such experiences or skills are not prerequisites for enrollment. Throughout the seminar, there will be an emphasis on the impact of digital scholarship. Students will have the opportunity to submit high-quality classwork for possible online publication on several medical education sites made available by the course instructor.
Terms: Win | Units: 3 | UG Reqs: WAY-CE
Instructors: Gisondi, M. (PI)
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