Program Overview

Medical Student & Resident Education

The Division of Pediatric Cardiology plays a major role in training pediatric residents and medical students. The program offers various educational opportunities, including rotations, electives, and courses.

Medical Students

The program provides educational experiences for medical students, including:

• Third-Year Pediatric Rotations:
  • Cardiology inpatient rotations with three medical students throughout the year
  • Pediatric Cardiology Clinic Days
• Fourth-Year Electives in Pediatric Cardiology:
  • Cardiac Outpatient Clinic Rotation
  • Cardiac Intensive Care Unit Rotation
  • Cardiac Imaging Rotation (MRI, CT, Echocardiography)

Residents

The Division of Pediatric Cardiology offers training for pediatric residents at various levels, including:

• Inpatient Training:
  • Three interns and one senior resident typically participate on the cardiology inpatient service, caring for patients on a 22-bed cardiology floor with the supervision of the attending cardiologist.
  • An elective is available for residents to rotate in the Cardiac Intensive Care Unit.
• Outpatient Training:
  • One or two second- or third-year residents typically train in the Cardiology Outpatient Clinic under the supervision of the attending cardiologists.

Course Descriptions

The program offers the following courses:

• PED 2003 - Exploration of Pediatric Cardiology
• PED 2103 - Pediatric Cardiology

Education & Training

The university offers various education and training programs, including:

• CME (Continuing Medical Education)
• Departments
• Education Programs
• Graduate School
• GME (Graduate Medical Education)
• Library
• Medical School
• School of Health Professions
• School of Public Health
• Student Support
• Wellness & Counseling

Research

The university is involved in various research areas, including:

• Clinical Trials
• Core Facilities
• CTSA Program
• Postdoctoral Scholars
• Research Administration
• Research Labs
• Research Programs
• Scientific Discoveries
• Technology Development