This is a lecture/discussion course that covers human systems physiology and relates these concepts to disease. The course is divided into several organ systems starting with an in-depth discussion of the normal physiology of each system, that in turn sets the foundation for understanding the pathophysiology of each system. Included are discussions of cardiovascular, pulmonary, renal, gastro-intestinal, bone, and endocrine systems in the context of normal function, as well as the effects and consequences of representative pathophysiological conditions. This is a team-taught course with a total of 24 formal lectures.
Course Descriptions
Physiological Basis of Disease
- Course Code: 16:761:600
- Credits: 3
- First Year Curriculum: no
- Subsequent Year Curriculum: Physiology and Integrative Biology
- Instructor: Fondell, Joseph
- Semester/Year: Fall 2025, Fall 2024, Fall 2023
- Semester(s) Offered: Fall