Elective Course Details

Pediatrics

Course Name: Subinternship in Pediatrics
Course Number: PE-404
Elective Type: A
Coordinator(s): Tiffany Nemetz @ 508-856-7595 (Tiffany.nemetz@umassmed.edu) - or-
Gretchen Jones @ 508-856-3590 (Gretchen.jones@umassmed.edu)
Department: Pediatrics
Sites Available: UMMHC-University Campus
Months Offered: 4th year lottery selection, months will vary 
Number of Students / Month:
Prerequisites: Completion of Pediatrics clerkship and must be a UMASS student 
Elective Description: Training will be under the supervision of senior faculty and the chief resident. Daily ward rounds, case management and disposition will be emphasized. Write-ups and progress notes will be reviewed, and the student will discuss his/her patients with consultants when appropriate. The sub-intern will be expected to take call every fourth night under the close guidance of the senior resident. 
Note: Special Lottery Elective for students choosing Residency in Pediatrics. 
Location: UMMHC-University Campus
Website: http://www.umassmed.edu/pediatrics/