1. Normal anatomy of the diaphragm
   1. Origins and insertions
   2. Vascular and neural supply
      
      
2. Foramina of the diaphragm
   1. Esophageal
   2. Vascular
   3. Morgagni and Bochdalek
      
      
3. Contiguous structures
   1. Heart
   2. Lungs
   3. Vessels
   4. Chest wall
      
      

Clinical Skills:

During the training program the resident:

1. Uses knowledge of the normal anatomy and physiology of the diaphragm to treat primary or contiguous abnormalities;
   
   
2. Evaluates and interprets radiographic studies of the diaphragm, including fluoroscopy, CT scan, and MRI.