Surgical Procedures l (ST 112)

Term: 2025-2026 School Year Fall Term

Faculty

Josette Schane OttoShow MyInfo popup for Josette Schane Otto

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Fall 2024 Office Hours:

Office Building/Number: HSIM 105C

Monday-Thursday

• 7:00am to 9:00am 
• 3:00pm to 4:00pm

Friday 

• Appointment ONLY 

Will do my best to respond to emails from 7:30am-4:00pm M-F. 

If something is emergent please call my phone & leave a voicemail.

605-367-8356 

Schedule

Tue, 11:00 AM - 12:50 PM (8/25/2025 - 12/12/2025) Location: SF HSIM 214F

Description

This course provides an introduction to surgical procedures in various specialties, including gastrointestinal, liver and biliary tract, hernia repair, obstetrics and gynecology (OB/GYN), and orthopedic surgery, with a focus on surgeries of the upper extremity. Students will study the anatomy, pathophysiology, and diagnostic tests relevant to each specialty. The course covers patient preparation, surgical technique, instrumentation, and the use of equipment necessary for these procedures. Emphasis will be placed on understanding the surgical sequence, recognizing complications, and post-operative care considerations. Prerequisite: All First & Second Semester ST/HC Courses Corequisite: ST 111, ST 111S, ST 122L