Introduction to Pathophysiology: Disease States in the Human Body

PHYSCI X 459.10

An introductory course that provides an overview of the mechanisms and consequences of disease based on physiological dysfunction in the major organ systems.

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Online
Starting at $900.00
As few as 11 weeks
4.0

What you can learn.

  • Identify the interaction of human physiology and organ specific diseases
  • Explore signs and symptoms of cancer, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, and cardiovascular diseases
  • Identify the association between health-related behaviors and diseases

About this course:

This course is designed as an overview of the mechanisms and consequences of disease based on physiological dysfunction in the major organ systems. Each organ system is introduced by a brief and basic review covering normal structure and function, followed by the pathology and some common disorders of each system. Discussion includes common clinical presentations of disease and the mechanisms underlying signs and symptoms. Diseases covered include cardiovascular, cancer, Parkinson's, Alzheimer's, hepatitis, infections, and diseases of the kidney and cardiovascular system (some topics may vary by quarter).

Winter 2025 Schedule

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Instructor: Helder Araujo
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Fee:
$900.00
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Notes

Enrollment deadline: January 10, 2025. Internet access required. Materials required. 

Enrollment is typically reserved for adult students 18 years of age and older. Students under 18 years of age may receive consent to enroll based on special academic competence and approval by the instructor. If you are a student under 18 years of age, you must submit a request to enroll in the course 8 weeks before the course start date to hss@uclaextension.edu for your request to be considered.

Refund Deadline
No refunds after January 10, 2025
Course Requirements
(Optional) Understanding Pathophysiology

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