Clerkship Mission Statement

1. Mission of the Department of Pediatrics.

            To enhance the mission of Mercer University School of Medicine by:

1. Providing quality education in the field of pediatrics to medical students, pediatric residents in training, and other health professionals  

2. Providing post graduate education to physicians and others in the field of pediatrics

3. Providing appropriate consultative and primary pediatric care to the children of Georgia

4. Engaging in research involving clinical care, basic medial knowledge, and educational methodology

5. Fostering the development of life long learning and critical thinking skills

6. Promoting the discipline of primary care pediatrics

7. Promoting the health care of all children

    II.  Vision for the Department:

To be recognized as a leader in providing the highest quality pediatric training in health care delivery and as a major resource for the development of health care for children in the state of Georgia.

    III.  Statement of Department Goals

1. Students and trainees will master a core of basic science and clinical knowledge (appropriate for the level of the trainee) essential for the practice of pediatrics.     

2. Students and trainees will be capable of eliciting a comprehensive history, performing a complete physical exam, and developing a comprehensive management plan appropriate for the practice of pediatric medicine.

3. Students and trainees will be proficient in clinical problem solving, including interpretation of tests, performance of technical procedures, and retrieving and utilizing bio-medical data.

4. Students and trainees will develop appropriate cultural sensitivity to effectively communicate with their patients and families as well as other health care professionals.

5. Students and trainees will be committed to life long learning and quality medical care in an ethical, professional, and compassionate manner.