The MUSC Pediatrics Residency Program values didactic learning as a vital complement to clinical training. Our structured curriculum includes three weekly Morning Reports, a protected Academic Half Day, weekly Grand Rounds, and access to online resources for self-directed learning.
Morning Report
Held on Mondays, Tuesdays, and Thursdays, Morning Report is a resident-driven, case-based conference attended by medical students, residents, fellows, and faculty. These interactive sessions focus on breaking into small groups to discuss cases in a collaborative, open environment. Each session concludes with a concise summary highlighting key learning points, which are archived on the program’s educational site for ongoing reference. Morning Report is consistently rated as a favorite among residents.
Grand Rounds
Grand Rounds takes place each Friday morning and features presentations from MUSC faculty and invited speakers from institutions across the country. Sessions cover a broad range of clinical topics and emerging research. Third-year residents also participate in a “Warm Up” presentation, delivering a brief lecture to build confidence and skills in large-group teaching.
Academic Half Day
Academic Half Day is held every Wednesday afternoon and provides dedicated, interruption-free time for learning, with off-service residents, fellows, attendings, and APPs covering clinical responsibilities. This interactive, multidisciplinary curriculum is led by both residents and faculty and follows an 18-month rotation aligned with the American Board of Pediatrics content outline. Sessions also incorporate quality improvement, evidence-based medicine, ethics, health equity, advocacy, code review, and more to support comprehensive resident education.
