James H. Quillen College of Medicine 2016-2017 Update as of April 5, 2017: ETSU VISION Developing a world-class environment to enhance student success and improve the quality of life in the region and beyond. ETSU MISSION AND VALUES ETSU provides a student-centered community of learning, reflecting high standards and promoting a balance of liberal arts and professional preparation, and continuous improvement. The university con- ducts a wide array of educational and research programs and clinical services including a compre- hensive Academic Health Sciences Center. Education is the university’s highest priority, and the insti- tution is committed to increasing the level of educational attainment in the state and region based on core values where: PEOPLE come first, are treated with dignity and respect, and are encouraged to achieve their full potential; RELATIONSHIPS are built on honesty, integrity, and trust; DIVERSITY of people and thought is respected; EXCELLENCE is achieved through teamwork, leadership, creativity, and a strong work ethic; EFFICIENCY is achieved through wise use of human and financial resources; and COMMITMENT to intellectual achievement is embraced. ETSU endorses the value of liberal education and provides enriching experiences in honors educa- tion, student research and creative activity, study abroad, service learning, and community-based ed- ucation. ETSU honors and preserves the rich heritage of Southern Appalachia through distinctive education, research, and service programs and is actively engaged in regional stewardship. ETSU affirms the contributions of diverse people, cultures, and thought to intellectual, social, and eco- nomic development. ETSU offers students a total university experience that includes cultural and artistic programs, diverse student activities, a variety of residential opportunities, and outstanding recreational and intercolle- giate athletic programs. ETSU awards degrees in over one hundred baccalaureate, master, and doctoral programs, in- cluding distinctive interdisciplinary programs and distance education offerings that serve students from the region and beyond. (Approved by the ETSU Board of Trustees 3/24/17) James H. Quillen College of Medicine 2016-2017 TABLE OF CONTENTS Ja mes H. Q uillen Coll e ge of M edic ine 2 01 6- 2 0 17 Table of Contents INTRODUCTION …………………………………………………………………………………………..….1 Campus Security Report p. 2 Statement of Nondiscrimination p. 3 Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act p. 3 Directory Information p. 4 Misrepresentation of Academic Credentials p. 5 ETSU GENERAL INFORMATION ..………………………………………………………………………..7 Accreditation p. 9 Memberships p. 9 Values p. 9 Vision Statement p. 10 Mission Statement/Institutional Purpose p. 10 QCOM GENERAL INFORMATION ….…………………………………………………………………..11 Mission p. 12 Goals p. 13 Instructional Facilities p. 13 Department of Learning Resources p. 14 Medical Library p. 14 Biomedical Communications p. 15 Graduate Medical Education (Residency Programs) p. 15 Office of Continuing Medical Education p. 15 Alumni Association p. 16 Standing Committees p. 16 Program Evaluation System p. 18 ADMISSIONS p. 18 Premedical Studies p. 19 Selection Criteria p. 19 Technical Standards p. 20 Requirements for Admission p. 21 Computer Skills p. 21 Advanced Placement of CLEP Credit p. 22 Medical College Admission TEST (MCAT) p. 22 Experience p. 22 Application p. 22 Residency Status p. 23 Nonresident Applicants p. 23 Early Decision Program p. 24 Supplementary Application Information p. 24 Situational Judgement Test p. 25 Interview p. 25 Advanced Standing Applications p. 25 Class Reservation Deposit p. 26 Deferred Matriculation p. 26 Requirements for Entering Students p. 26 Criminal Background Checks p. 27 Registration for Classes p. 29 Veterans Preference p. 29 Reconsideration of Admissions Committee Decisions p. 29 Table of Contents James H. Quillen College of Medicine 2016-2017 EXPENSES AND FINANCIAL AID p. 30 Regulations Governing Fee Payment p. 30 Refund Policies p. 30 Refund of Class Reservation Deposit p. 31 Financial Aid p. 31 Tuition Fees and Other Expenses p. 34 ACADEMIC DEGREES AND CURRICULA.…………………………………………………………….35 College of Medicine Degrees p. 36 MD/MPH Dual Track Program p. 36 Requirements for the Degree of Doctor of Medicine p. 36 Curriculum for M.D. Candidates p. 37 Clinical Proficiency Competency for Promotion to the Junior Year p. 40 Required Clinical Skills p. 41 Typical Curriculum p. 42 Course Designations p. 44 First Year Second Year Third Year Fourth Year Curricular Components p. 46 Departmental Course Offerings p. 46 Department of Biomedical Sciences Department of Family Medicine Department of Internal Medicine Department of Obstetrics/Gynecology Department of Pathology Department of Pediatrics Department of Psychiatry Department of Surgery Section of Medical Education Interdepartmental/Interdisciplinary Course Offerings p. 51 Generalist and Rural Primary Care Track Generalist Track Rural Primary Care Track Elective Course Offerings p. 57 Rural Primary Care Track (RPCT) p. 57 United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) p. 58 Comprehensive Basic Science Exam p. 59 PROGRAM INFORMATION ……………………………………………………………………………….61 Academic Calendar p. 62 Student Assessment System p. 64 Grading System p. 64 Class Ranking p. 66 Student Promotions Committee p. 66 POLICIES AND PROCEDURES…………………………………………………………………….…….73 Student Conduct, Rights, and Responsibilities p. 74 Tennessee Uniform Administrative Procedures Act p. 75 Student Honor System p. 75 Student Honor System Procedural Appendix p. 78 Student’s Bill of Rights p. 86 Ja mes H. Q uillen Coll e ge of M edic ine 2 01 6- 2 0 17 Table of Contents Advanced Placement p. 87 Complaint Policy and Procedure p. 88 Student Absences p. 88 Withdrawal p. 89 Leave of Absence p. 89 Grade Appeal Process p. 90 Academic Grievance Procedures p. 91 Graduation/Commencement p. 92 Student Health Requirements p. 93 Insurance Requirements p. 94 Health and Disability Professional Liability Student Drug Screening Policy p. 95 Health Risk of Exposure to Bloodborne Pathogens p. 96 Personal Appearance p. 96 Medical Student Duty Hours p. 97 HIPAA Training, Violations and Disciplinary Action p. 97 Mistreatment Prevention p. 98 Sexual Harassment p. 103 Tuition and Fee Collection p. 103 Satisfactory Academic Progress p. 104 Holds p. 105 Medical Instruments/ Supplies p. 105 Microscopes p. 105 Electronic Mail Policy p. 106 Social Networking Guidelines p. 106 Computer Resources Code of Ethics p. 107 Computer Network and Internet Access: Privileges and Responsibilities p. 107 Computer Requirements p. 109 Minimum Recommended Specifications Student Computer Usage During Electronically Administered Quizzes/Exams Traffic and Parking Regulations p. 110 Smoking and Tobacco Use Policy p. 111 Inclement Weather p. 112 STUDENT SERVICES, ORGANIZATIONS, AND ACTIVITIES…………………………………113 Office of Academic Affairs p. 114 Office of Student Affairs p. 114 Financial Services Student Support Services Advisors and Student Advisory System p. 115 Careers in Medicine Program p. 115 Registration and Related Matters p. 115 Committee Supporting Student Health p. 116 Health Care p. 118 Professional and Academic Resource Center (Counseling ) p. 120 Disability Services p. 121 Veterans Affairs and Educational Benefits p. 121 Student Study Center p. 124 Computer Labs p. 124 Libraries p. 124 Table of Contents James H. Quillen College of Medicine 2016-2017 Museums p. 125 Bookstore p. 125 Student Housing and Costs p. 126 Center of Excellence for Early Childhood Learning and Development p. 127 Public Safety p. 127 Student Activities p. 127 University Center, D.P. Culp p. 127 Campus Recreation p. 128 Student Government Association p. 128 Organization of Student Representatives p. 128 Alpha Omega Alpha Honor Medical Society p. 129 Gold Humanism Honor Society p. 129 Professional Organizations/Memberships p. 129 Student Organizations p. 129 Student Associations p. 130 STUDENT RECORDS …………………………………………….………………………………………..131 Privacy of Students’ Records p. 132 Dissemination of Information p. 132 Information Disclosure Requirements p. 133 ADMINISTRATIVE, FACULTY, AND STUDENT LISTINGS ……………………………….…….135 Administration p. 136 Tennessee Board of Regents ETSU Administration College of Medicine Administration Department Chairs Faculty-Emeritus Faculty-Full Time Faculty-Part Time Class of 2015 Class of 2016 Class of 2017 Class of 2018 Class of 2019 James H. Quillen College of Medicine 2016-2017 J AMES H. QUILLEN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE 2016-2017 INTRODUCTION 1 J AMES H. QUILLEN COLLEGE OF MEDICINE 2016-2017 INTRODUCTION The Quillen College of Medicine at East notice will be given to students affected by any Tennessee State University is a Tennessee changes. This catalog is not intended to state Board of Regents institution. The Tennessee contractual terms and does not constitute a Board of Regents is the nation’s sixth largest contract between the student and East higher education system, governing 45 Tennessee State University. post-secondary educational institutions. The TBR ETSU reserves the right to make changes as system includes six universities, 13 two-year required in course offerings, curricula, academic colleges, and 26 technology centers, providing policies, and other rules and regulations affecting programs to over 180,000 students in 90 of students to be effective whenever determined by Tennessee’s 95 counties. Public higher education the institution. These changes will govern current in Tennessee is coordinated by the Tennessee and formerly