PTH 6509 - Introduction to Pharmacology

2 Hour(s)

Introduction to Pharmacology will explore the pharmacological basis of therapeutics at a basic science level. The course will draw upon an integration of many disciplines including physiology, cell biology and chemistry to approach drug therapy as an integrative science. The course will focus on understanding basic pharmacological principles as they apply to mechanisms of action and physiological effects of medications. The goal of the course is to provide a direct understanding of basic pharmacology that will facilitate application of physical therapy to the whole patient.

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