Medical Assisting
1 courses · San Diego City College · 2026-2027 Catalog
MEDA 115 Pathophysiology
- Units
- 3
- Hours
- 48 - 54 hours lecture
- Prerequisite
- MEDA 55 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or MEDA 110 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent or BIOL 160 with a Grade of "C" or better, or equivalent
The course focuses on disease processes in the human body from a systems approach. Analysis of the most common and significant diseases is included. The signs and symptoms, etiology, diagnosis, and treatment of disease are examined along with the appropriate medical terminology. This course is designed for students in allied health programs, but is also open to those who wish to broaden their medical background or review this information.