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Designed for the 4th year medical student that has a strong interest in the musculoskeletal system and is not pursuing a career in orthopaedic surgery. This course will emphasize orthopaedic outpatient clinics. Students will not be required but will have opportunities to take evening call. Students will work closely with assigned faculty members that are fellowship trained in different subspecialties of orthopaedic surgery. Students will learn musculoskeletal history taking skills, the details of a musculoskeletal physical examination, interpretation of radiographs and advanced imaging techniques, treatment options with an emphasis of when to refer to an orthopaedic surgeon. There will be a lectureship series given by the faculty. There are no prerequisites for this course unless call time is requested then a passing grade from the M3 general surgery core clerkship is required.