Curriculum Knowledge
Which block do we start with first?
Foundations of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine
What does "bid" mean in terms of prescription instruction?
Twice daily
What are the most common specialties TCOM students match into?
Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, OBGYN, Pediatrics, and Emergency Medicine
Abbreviation for history?
Hx
What is the goal of AEC?
To teach patient's how to advocate for themselves AND to learn about the business/ethics side of medicine in a safe environment!
Do we take a class where we learn to talk to patients?
Yes! It's called Clin Comm
In which cycle is acetyl CoA oxidized to generate NADH, FADH2, and ATP?
Where are local rotation sites located (which hospitals, to name a few)?
John Peter Smith Hospital, Cook Children's Medical Center, and Texas Health Harris Methodist
Abbreviation for antibiotics?
Abx
Are there membership fees to join AEC?
No!
Is research a required part of the TCOM curriculum?
No, but plenty of summer programs/faculty opportunities to strengthen your residency application!
Which renal hormone is released in response to low blood pressure?
Renin
Do you have to stay in Fort Worth for 3rd and 4th year rotations?
No! TCOM offers remote rotations in Corpus Christi, Texoma, Midland, Longview, Sherman, etc!
Abbreviation for symptoms?
Sx
How can I benefit from joining The AEC Initiative?
Residency programs LOVE to see that you have actively engaged in ethics discussion outside the classroom + rotations. Plus, volunteer hours and friendships made along the way!
Do you have to use flashcards (like Anki) to be successful?
No! You can, and there are certain blocks that are more amenable to this. However, true understanding is found by asking "why" and "how"!
Which disorder is caused by excess cortisol and can lead to symptoms like a “moon face,” central obesity, and purple striae?
Cushing's Syndrome (hypercortisolism)
In its early days, which building type did TCOM operate out of?
What does "CVD" stand for?
What ongoing TOUCH (volunteer) hour opportunity does AEC provide?
Arts and Crafts with Seniors at The Westmore Senior Living Center!
Do we take all our classes together, or do we tackle them one at a time? What is the caveat to this?
We take ONE systems course at a time, but this is alongside Medical Practice (Clin Comm, Physical Exam, OMM), and another course called Professional Identity in Health Systems Practice.
What is the difference between Type 1 and Type 2 Diabetes?
Type 1 diabetes is an autoimmune disease where the immune system destroys insulin-producing beta cells in the pancreas, while Type 2 diabetes is characterized by insulin resistance and impaired insulin production, often associated with lifestyle factors.
What is the name of the program that prepares students for practice in rural and underserved areas by allowing third and fourth year rotations across the state?
ROME
What does ADH stand for? What's another name for it?
Antidiuretic hormone = Vasopressin!
When was AEC founded?
2024!