Pediatrics * Elective Course Description

Course Name:Subinternship in Pediatrics
(Fulfills the 4th yr Medicine Sub I requirement for UMass students)
Course Number:PE-404
Elective Type:A
Coordinator(s):Tiffany Nemetz tiffany.nemetz@umassmed.edu
508-856-7595  
Gretchen Jones gretchen.jones@umassmed.edu
508-856-3590 
Department:Pediatrics
Sites Available:UMMHC-University Campus
Months Offered:4th year lottery selection, months will vary 
Number of Students / Month:
Prerequisites:

* Offered to UMass Students Only
Completion of Pediatrics Clerkship  

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.  * Offered to UMass Students Only
 

Location: UMMHC-University Campus, 55 Lake Avenue North, Worcester, MA  01655
Website: http://www.umassmed.edu/pediatrics/