Department of Basic Sciences

This course is a study of the gross anatomy of the human spine focusing on the osseous, ligamentous and muscular structures of the cervical, thoracic, lumbar, sacral and coccygeal regions. It also introduces the student to the neuroanatomy of the spinal cord, spinal nerves, and the autonomic nervous system. Emphasis is placed on the important anatomical relations in the practice of chiropractic. Correlations will be made to various clinical presentations using a computer case-based program and instructor presentation of cases. The cases will emphasize clinical presentations related to spinal anatomy with contributions from other courses in trimester one when appropriate.

This course is devoted to the study of the microscopic structure of cells, tissues, and organs of various systems of the human body. Emphasis will be placed on nervous, muscular, and skeletal tissues. Functions of cellular organelles will be introduced. Review of the material will be performed on a regular basis by examination of projected microscopic slides. The student will be expected to recognize cell type, internal and external structures, locations, and relationships to other cells and tissues. This course is the foundational course for many basic science and clinical courses. Relevant clinical correlations may be presented to enhance the discussion.

This lab course will provide a comprehensive overview of human neuroanatomy. We will explore how the nervous system functions in health and disease. Learning will take place through laboratory dissection and use of the VH Dissector software. This course will explore the following: external brain features, internal brain features, midbrain, pons, medulla, cerebellum, cranial nerves, spinal cord, meninges, special sense pathways, localized central nervous system blood vessels, and cerebrospinal fluid flow.

This lecture course presents the detailed structure and function of the central and peripheral nervous system. Emphasis is given to neuroanatomic principles and pathways, along with functional correlations, lesions, cross-sectional neuroanatomy, and the anatomy of special senses.

This course presents a detailed analysis of the anatomy, normal biomechanics, and pathobiomechanics of the spine and pelvis and how they relate to common clinical problems. Correlations will be made to various clinical presentations using computer case-based program and instructor presentation of cases. The cases will emphasize clinical presentations related to Spinal Biomechanics with contributions from other courses in the curriculum when appropriate.

This course provides a detailed analysis of the anatomy, normal biomechanics and pathobiomechanics of the lower extremity and how they relate to common clinical problems.

This course provides a detailed analysis of the anatomy, normal biomechanics, and pathobiomechanics of the upper extremity and how they relate to common clinical neuromusculoskeletal maladies. This course is designed to lay the foundation for the clinical mastery of orthopedics and rehabilitation.

This course provides an overview of biology and chemistry needed to understand the basic concepts of biochemistry as they relate to metabolism. Topics covered include basic cellular, chemical, physical, and genetic foundations; the importance of water; the role of enzymes; and energy use and production. Laboratory concepts are discussed during appropriate lectures.

This course provides an overview of general fundamentals of metabolism, the role of enzymes and enzyme kinetics, and energy use and production within a cell. Carbohydrate, lipid, protein, nucleic acid, and vitamin metabolism are examined in detail. Laboratory concepts and clinical significance are discussed during appropriate lectures.

The laboratory section for Gross Anatomy will introduce the neuromusculoskeletal system of the axial skeleton, posterior back musculature, and the upper & lower extremities of the body. Material will be disseminated as hands-on dissection of whole-body cadaver specimens as well as study of prosected cadavers dissected by those matriculating in front of you. Emphasis will be placed on comprehension of general nomenclature of the body and respective systems, anatomy of individual osseous structures, articular anatomy and movement, the peripheral nervous system as it relates to motor and cutaneous innervation, and vascularity to include lymphatic drainage. At the end of this course, the learner will not only understand the individual components described but also appreciate their physical and functional relationship to adjacent anatomy.

Gross Anatomy I will introduce the neuromusculoskeletal system of the axial skeleton, posterior back musculature, and the upper & lower extremities of the body. Material will be disseminated in a didactic setting. Emphasis will be placed on comprehension of general nomenclature of the body and respective systems, anatomy of individual osseous structures, articular anatomy and movement, the peripheral nervous system as it relates to motor and cutaneous innervation, and vascularity to include lymphatic drainage. At the end of this course, the learner will not only understand the individual components described but also appreciate their physical and functional relationship to adjacent anatomy. Additionally, the course will cover embryogenesis of the human body, development of the neuromusculoskeletal system and a discussion of clinically relevant congenital birth defects.

This course covers cadaveric dissections, performed by students with the aid of the instructor and/or TA's in the anatomy laboratory, on gross anatomy of the human body, including the neck, face, head, and cranial nerves: the thoracic cavity and wall; heart; lungs; mediastinum; the abdomen, including the anterior abdominal wall: GI tract; accessory GI organs; blood and nerve supply; and pelvis, including the renal system and posterior abdominal wall; male and female reproductive anatomy. Embryogenesis of the human body of the different organ systems will be incorporated into the lab material. In addition occasionally, the VH Dissector Pro through on-line format and with the aid of the dissection tables in the library will be used for this course.

This course covers didactic lectures on gross anatomy of the human body, including the neck, face, head, and cranial nerves; the thoracic cavity and wall; heart; lungs; mediastinum; the abdomen, including the anterior abdominal wall; GI tract; accessory GI organs; blood and nerve supply; and pelvis, including the renal system and posterior abdominal wall; male and female reproductive anatomy. Also, the course will cover embryogenesis of the human body, development of head and neck, nervous system, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, gastrointestinal system, renal system, and reproductive systems and discussions of clinically relevant congenital birth defects.

This course covers concepts of general microbiology, immunology, and the pathology of infectious diseases, stressing the important bacterial, viral, fungal, protozoan, and parasitic worm pathogens affecting man. It includes a discussion of the host parasite relationship, major virulence factors, modes of transmission, mechanisms of prevention, and the laboratory identification of microbial pathogens. Basic concepts in epidemiology will be presented, including health agencies, population health assessments, vaccination, and emerging diseases. Laboratory concepts are discussed during the appropriate lectures and with the presentation of clinical cases.

This course emphasizes the fundamental concepts of disease processes in the tissues with emphasis upon molecular and chemical substrates of tissue insult and trauma. The course examines cellular adaptation to injury, degeneration and necrosis, inflammatory mechanisms, healing and repair. Topics covered include fluid and hemodynamic derangement, nutritional disorders, genetic and developmental diseases, immunopathology and neoplasia. Particular focus is upon interactive effects of environment and genotype in the determination of pathologic predisposition and expressions.

This course introduces the students to the pathological basis of systemic diseases including the nervous, musculoskeletal, digestive, urinary, reproductive, and endocrine systems. It provides an understanding of the etiology, pathogenesis, morphological changes (both gross and microscopic), and clinical picture (signs and symptoms) that occur in the disease process. This information will provide the rationale for diagnosis, management, prevention, and health promotion.

This course presents the pathologies of the hematopoietic, vascular, cardiac, respiratory and genital systems. It provides an understanding of the etiology, pathogenesis, and morphological changes (both gross and microscopic), and clinical picture (signs and symptoms) that occur in the disease processes. This information will provide the rationale for diagnosis, management, prevention, and health promotion.

This course discusses the principles of cellular, muscular, respiratory, and cardiovascular physiology. An overview of the structural and functional aspects of membrane transport and muscle physiology is covered. The mechanisms behind breathing and gas exchange will be reviewed. The structure, function and regulation of the heart and circulatory system are described.

This course will review the physiology of the endocrine, nervous, gastrointestinal and genitourinary systems. Lecture periods will include a presentation of physiological concepts followed by a critical analysis of current understanding and research regarding the physiological mechanisms underlying health and disease. Practical application exercises will correlate clinical presentations and physiological metrics with underlying physiological processes and pathologies.

This course discusses the principles of reproductive physiology, exercise science, and how the special senses function. An overview of primary and secondary reproductive structures and hormones will be reviewed as well as female nursing. Students will gain an understanding of how all body systems are impacted by exercise. Ocular, auditory, vestibular, gustatory and olfactory physiology will be reviewed.