Atypical bacteria
These bacteria do not conform to the typical gram-positive and gram-negative distinctions, largely due to differences in their cell walls. Their ecologic niche, types of diseases, and immune response are resultantly different as well. Spirochetes Spiral-shaped bacteria. While cell wall structures are technically similar to gram-negative bacteria, most are far too thin to be seen […]
Overview of the neck viscera; thyroid and parathyroid glands
Optional reading Moore, Clinically Oriented Anatomy, 7th ed., Viscera of neck section through Nerves of parathyroid glands. In thinking about the overall architecture of the neck, it can be organized into 4 units: 1. Visceral unit The visceral unit contains the neck’s visceral organs (the focus of this chapter). It is located anteriorly. 2. Vertebral […]
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Nutrition
The Nutrition thread is an important part of training future physicians. It lays the groundwork for understanding how diet and health are connected. This part of the curriculum covers the basics—such as how macro- and micronutrients work in the body, how to assess a person’s nutritional status, and how to apply evidence-based dietary guidelines. It […]
Histology
Using the Virtual Microscope Foundations: Cells and tissues Introduction to Histology Nervous Tissue Connective Tissue Muscle Tissue Epithelial Tissue Cartilage and Bone Growth Organ systems Lymphatic Tissues Urinary System Heart Wall Blood Vessels Respiratory System 1: Extrapulmonary Respiratory System 2: Intrapulmonary Integument Endocrine Glands Female Reproductive System Male Reproductive System Digestive System 1: GI Tract […]
Protected: Lab 2 Introduction: Vertebral Column; Spinal Cord; Spinal Nerves; Back Muscles
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