Residents
| “We are committed to training effective clinicians who are imbued with respect for patients and colleagues; who practice medicine with unquestionable professionalism; who appreciate honest communication; and who possess an innate curiosity to know more and a desire to pursue answers” Director, Internal Medicine Residency Program
Peter R. Lichstein, M.D. |
Residents
The faculty and fellows educate the house staff on many levels throughout their training experience. The internal medicine residents are required to complete 1-2 rotations in the Medical Intensive Care Unit (MICU). One month electives are individualized for residents on a one-to-one basis and range from basic laboratory experiences to the ambulatory care setting.
The MICU is a busy closed bed system where two separate MICU teams round daily on 15-20 patients. Each MICU team consists of a faulty member, fellow, 2 upper level residents, 2-3 interns and 1 medical student. These teams are interdisciplinary with house officers from internal medicine, emergency medicine, anesthesia, family practice and neurology residency programs. A didactic lecture series occurs daily.
A dedicated faculty member and fellow staff the inpatient consultation service with 2 upper level internal medicine residents. Housestaff participate in the consultative process including evaluation of patients, interpretation of studies.
Application Requirements for Residency
http://intmedweb.wfubmc.edu/application_req06.html