Hypothalamus Pituitary Axis Instructional Resources
Specialty: Endocrinology
Species: All
AAVMC Standards: 1.1, 1.3
Institutional Licensing Available: $1,100/unlimited users
This module introduces students to the Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Target Organ axis and the different diseases that can be associated with it. This video-based module introduces this challenging physiological concept using a humorous restaurant analogy that leverages bright illustrations to explain key ideas.
With an approximate contact time of 1 hour, the Hypothalamus-Pituitary Axis Package includes the following:
Learning Modules:
This module is designed around a series of videos that expands on the Hypothalamus-Pituitary-Target Organ axis by focusing on the following topic areas:
- Adrenal Gland
- Hypoadrenocorticism (Addison’s Disease)
- Hyperadrenocorticism (Cushing’s Disease)
- Hyperaldosteronism
Instructor Tools
All modules include an assessment pack that can be utilized to support formative or summative assessment of students.