Dr. Thomas Woods, Central Cambria School Board Member and
St. Francis University faculty member guest lectured during the CCHS Anatomy
& Physiology classes. Dr. Woods, a
part of SFU Physician Assistant Program faculty, presented cardiovascular
topics to the class ranging from heart disease, stents, catheterization and other
heart related information. He
illustrated techniques on human cadaver hearts that are utilized in the medical
field for treatment of coronary stenosis created by plaques and explained how
by-pass surgery is conducted. Dr. Woods’
presentation helped students see real life situations dealing with the human cardiovascular
system. His knowledge of both the
cardiovascular system and the medical field has helped to inform students who
are trying to make career decisions about entering the many medical disciplines
available to them. Many thanks to Dr.
Woods for bringing in the heart and brain specimens and taking his time to
present this valuable information to the Central Cambria High School anatomy students.
