Health Professions
Types of Diseases
Medical School (any health graduate school) Classes
Pre-Health at Knox
100

These professionals focus on the diagnosis and treatment of mental health disorders.

psychiatrists

100

This neurodegenerative disease affects memory, thinking, and behavior, and is the most common cause of dementia.

Alzheimer’s disease

100

This class studies the structure and function of the human body, including organ systems, tissues, and cells.

Human Anatomy 

100

Who's Health Professions Advisor? 

Lisa Harris 

200

This healthcare role involves performing imaging studies, such as X-rays, MRIs, and CT scans, to help diagnose medical conditions.

radiologic technologist (or radiographer)

200

This bacterial infection, often spread through contaminated food or water, causes severe diarrhea and dehydration.

cholera

200

This branch of chemistry focuses on the structure, properties, and reactions of carbon-containing compounds.

Organic Chemistry 

200

Which college does Knox cooperate with for Nursing? 

 Rush University College of Nursing.

300

This healthcare provider is trained to deliver babies and manage pregnancy-related care.

Obstetrician (or OB/GYN)

300

This neurological disease causes tremors, rigidity, and difficulty with movement and is linked to the death of dopamine-producing neurons.

Parkinson’s disease

300

Medical students often take this class to understand how drugs interact with the body and how they are used to treat disease.

Pharmacology

300

Which school does Knox has an affiliation agreement for Occupational Therapy Program? 

 Washington University in St. Louis

400

This healthcare provider specializes in evaluating and treating speech, language, and swallowing disorders.

speech-language pathologist (SLP)

400

This viral disease affects the liver, leading to symptoms like jaundice, fatigue, and dark urine. It can be spread through contaminated water or food.

hepatitis A

400

Students in this course learn about the various public health strategies used to control diseases and improve health at a population level.

Epidemiology

400

What's next upcoming event for Pre-Health Club 

Blood Drive!!!