Graduate Catalog

MDBS 706 Endocrine System

The endocrine system comprises glands and organs that produce and release hormones that regulate biological processes in the body. Medical students study the component organs, normal physiologic processes, and common endocrine disorders and explore the mechanisms of disease. Course content focuses on biologic, environmental, and behavioral factors that influence endocrine disease and diagnostic strategies, therapeutic interventions, and counseling techniques for the management of endocrine diseases.

Credits

3

Offered

Fall