Nov 14, 2024
Ohio University Heritage College of Osteopathic Medicine 2024-2025

OCOM 6008 - Longitudinal Integrated Clerkship 2


The second in a series of longitudinal courses that guides students towards competence in patient-centered primary care. This course helps learners develop the skills needed to lead in health care delivery science, population health, communications, health care team leadership, health information technology and analytics, as well as, patient-centered medical home practice.

This course contains a component called Transitions of Care (ToC) which gives learners exposure to hands-on experiences in a variety of care systems that help support patient management in a longitudinal fashion.

Credit Hours:3

Course Outcomes

  • Describe the team approach to patient care.
  • Describe the benefits and clinical application of telemedicine.
  • Explain the roles of trans-disciplinary team members as they apply to the scope of practice.
  • Identify the specific needs of an assigned cohort of patients (high risk / chronic disease).
  • Support and visit a panel of patients in a longitudinal fashion.
  • Assist patients in connecting with peer support groups or other appropriate community resources.
  • Assist patients with health behavior change.
  • Apply principles of leadership to practical problems.
  • Develop action plans for disease management in conjunction with the patient and an interdisciplinary care team.


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