Area
Surgical Technology
Course Number
SUR 231
Semester Offered
F
Credits
12

This course explores the diagnostic and surgical interventions of general, OB/GYN, orthopedic, EENT, dental/oral/maxillofacial, plastic/reconstructive and GU. Additionally, this course covers laparoscopic and robotic procedures for each specialty. Thoracic, neurosurgery, peripheral and cardiovascular surgeries are also covered. Ethics, legal and moral values relating to the individual patient, as well as the operating room procedures, are included. The lab portion continues demonstrating the principles and procedures taught in a non-patient contact environment.

Prerequisites
BIO 112 with a grade of "C" or higher, SUR 132 with a grade of "C" or higher