Training
Our curriculum is meticulously designed to provide a blended approach to training, integrating clinical practice and research throughout the three years. This comprehensive structure is designed to reflect life as a critical care physician in an academic center and safeguards against long stretches of clinical service to avoid burnout.
In the first year, fellows will have dedicated time to explore their academic interests and connect with faculty across the University system that align with those interests. This initial phase is crucial for building a strong research mentorship team tailored to your needs, allowing fellows to follow their passion, not be plugged into a system that does not fit.
To meet and exceed ACGME requirements, our curriculum includes a blend of lectures, simulation exercises, clinical experiences, and a broad, department-wide fellowship curriculum. This multi-faceted approach puts learners in a wide variety of learning environments to harness their individual strengths to maximize their capabilities as future leaders in critical care.
Our clinical rotations are designed with the end in mind – to mirror our faculty schedules and amplify longitudinal time spent with faculty during clinical service. This alignment prepares fellows for the demands and expectations of professional practice after their training is complete.
There are ample opportunities for fellows to engage in educational activities within our residency and medical school programs. These teaching experiences not only enhance their own learning but contribute to the development of future medical professionals.
Clinical Highlights
Our clinical training takes place in a busy 28-bed unit that includes an integrated Pediatric Burn Center, providing comprehensive burn care with our Burn Team. With over 1200 admissions last year, our unit census is growing to serve the needs of a wide-ranging patient population that requires comprehensive, specialized care.
Our fellowship program offers exceptional clinical training in a state-of-the-art facility serving as the tertiary care center for the state and beyond. Our center has been distinguished with the Platinum ELSO Award as a Center of Excellence for ECMO – exemplifying our commitment to delivering advanced, high-quality care.
Our program includes specialized Cardiac ICU training within a rapidly expanding heart network, proudly ranked #4 in the nation by US World News. We are the leading pediatric transplant center in the state – specializing in liver, kidney, and heart transplantation. Our fellows benefit from exposure to these complex cases, ensuring a robust training environment.
Our faculty are not only experienced educators but award winning, having been recognized by the residency as the best rotation in the program for the last 3 years. Their dedication to teaching at the bedside and mentorship translates exponentially to our fellows who receive the guidance and support needed to balance service and education to excel in their training and future career.
Join our program and train under the guidance of distinguished leaders in critical care that have a unique training background, in an environment that combines clinical excellence, commitment to education, and individualized research.
