Psychiatry Clerkship

The Psychiatry Clerkship is 4-week long experience immersing students in the diagnosis and treatment of patients with psychiatric conditions. The rotation may primarily take place on an inpatient unit and/or in outpatient clinics. Regardless of setting, the rotation allows the opportunity to care for a variety of patients, each with their unique story. The goals of the clerkship are to prepare students to: interview patients about psychiatric symptoms, formulate an appropriate differential diagnosis, prioritize an assessment of the patient’s problems, and consider the psychosocial factors that may impact illness and care. Students will learn how to complete an accurate, detailed mental status exam and identify initial steps in management of patients with psychiatric conditions.