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Internal MedicineResidency Program
Internal MedicineResidency ProgramJoseph Shapiro, M.DChairmanDepartment of MedicineDinkar Kaw, M.D.Internal Medicine ResidencyAssociate Program DirectorAssociate Professor of MedicineRagheb Assaly, M.D.Internal Medicine ResidencyProgram Director,Professor of MedicineRekha Chaudhary, M.D.Internal Medicine ResidencyAssociate Program DirectorAssistant Professor of Medicine
Sandeep Vetteth, M.D.Chief Resident (2008-2009)Internal Medicine ResidencyCoordinatorsEdith ReynoldsInternal Medicine ResidencyUniversity of Toledo HealthScience Campus3000 Arlington AvenueRoom 4143, Hospital BldgToledo, OH 43614(419) 383-36871-800-321-8383
Program Description
Strength of our program Our education-oriented medicine programs focus on thetraining of excellent physicians in a supportive atmosphere. Our faculty are accessible and are excellent bedsideteachers. Our residents are exposed to a variety of medical cases overa diverse patient population. Our curriculum is challenging, but it is directed towardhelping you become the most competent physician possible
EVALUATIONS Monthly evaluations fromattending faculty andother residentsEvaluations of residentsperformed by nursingand clerical staff.
Educational Program
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Outpatient OpportunitiesResidents will spend asubstantial portion oftheirprofessional life in theoutpatientenvironment. Ouroutpatient opportunitiesinclude : Hematology/oncology Rheumatology Dermatology Endocrinology gynecology,cardiology,ENT, rehab,psychiatry,EndocrinologyGIEmergency Medicine
Resident Continuity ClinicThe continuity clinicprovides the opportunityfor residents to assumethe role of a primarycare provider. Eachresident is scheduled fora one ½ day clinic eachweek where they followa panel of THEIR OWNpatients.
ElectivesOur program offers electives in: NephrologyRheumatologyGeriatricsInfectious DiseaseRadiologyAnesthesiologyDermatology EndocrinologyHeart StationResearchPractice Base LearningResearchOncologyOthers includingRehabilitation,Opthalmology
Research Research encouraged startingfrom PGY 1 level.Highly qualified and worldclass research faculty.High quality ongoing research.Opportunities in both basicscience and clinical research.
Research Up to 2 months available forresidents to pursue researchprojects.Problem based learning monthin third year.Opportunity to pursue mastersor PhD if desired.Training in writing case reportsand abstracts.Chance to work with bothclinical and basic sciencefaculty.
Leadership OpportunitiesWe have many leadershipopportunities to offer. RRC Committee Board Review Committee Curriculum Committee CQI Committee GME Resident Representatives
Conferences
Mandatory conferences are held everyWednesday from 9:00 am till 12:00 pmand include: ResidentsDidacticConference ClinicalPathologyConference Clinical ResearchProtocolConferenceBasic ScienceConference MultidisciplinaryConference Journal Club X-ray conference Monthly tests &answers sessions.
Other Conferences: Morning Report (3 times/week);required for all residents Grand Rounds (weekly on Thursday) Clinical Pathology Conference (monthly) PGY-1, 2 & 3 Board Review Course(weekly)
OptionalConferences: SubspecialtyConferences Pulmonary Cardiology X-Ray Oncology
Simulation Lab
The Clinical Simulation Laboratory (CSL)is a state-of-the-art learning spacewhere residents can practice procedureson simulated patients ie manequins.
Fellowships
The fellowships in the Department of Medicinethe University of Toledo are available in:Pulmonary/Critical CareCardiology/Invasive CardiologyInfectious DiseaseNephrologyPending fellowships:Oncology, Rheumatology, Sleep,Gastrenterology
Internal Medicine Boards andFellowships2006-2007 Class 100% passing in ABIMGraduating class 2007-2008 90% received fellowships.1 Chief Resident (then Nephrology)2 Infectious diseases2 Cardiology1 Pulmonary/Critical Care1 Nephrology1 Oncology2 Primary Care
Our Residents
Internal MedicineBoard Review Course"We are committed to educate our residents andsee them excel in the Internal Medicine Boardexamination. We conduct an intense, 5-day Boardreview session for our graduating residents towardsthis goal."
Award DinnerOur faculty, residents and theirfamilies gather for a formaldinner to award and congratulatethose residents that are movingto their next stage of life.
Welcome PicnicAt the beginning of each year our program invites ournew residents, current resident, faculty and families of allto come together for a Welcome Picnic.
Salaries, Benefits & Perks
Stipend Levels (2006-2007)Postgraduate Year 1 41,566Postgraduate Year 2 42,813Postgraduate Year 3 44,097
VacationPostgraduate Year One - 3 weeksPostgraduate Year Two - 4 weeksPostgraduate Year Three - 4 weeksplus 1 week conference timeIn addition 6 days off at Christmas or NewYear’sSick Leave15 days allowed annually, with pay.Maternity/Paternity leave
Travel/Conference ReimbursementThe Department of Medicine provides 450.00 during the 2nd and 450.00 during the3rd year of residency to help defray the cost ofattending an approved educational conferenceand/or purchasing medical educational material.The Residency Program pays 300.00 for theMKSAP and ACP membership year 1.In addition, monies are available from theDepartment to support residents presenting atAmerican College of Physicians meetings.
UniformsResidents are provided with whitecoats, which will be launderedwithout charge.MealsAll meals will be charged at adiscount rate. Meal tickets areprovided for night call.
Exercise FacilityFor a fee, use of the on-campus fitnesscenter and swimming pool for self andfamily is encouraged.
Tuition ReimbursementCollege of Graduate StudiesTuition Waived for residentsand spouses
Health InsuranceEnrollment in health insurance, optical anddental insurance programs is available forthe Resident and eligible dependents.Life Insurance 10,000 term life insurance, 10,000accidental Death and Dismembermentpaid by MUO. Optional dependent lifeinsurance is available.
Disability InsuranceProfessional Liability Insurance Provided for eachResidentMiscellaneous Benefits Paid BLS and ACLS training Meal tickets during call nights Membership to the UT-MUO Federal Credit Union Ready-access (no charge) to Internet, Med Line andinstitutional network.Please note this list is not intended to beexclusive to other benefits that are inexistence.
General Information about ToledoThe University of Toledo Health Science Campus is located in Toledo,Ohio.Toledo has many attractions include: Toledo Metro parks The internationally known Toledo Museum of Art The Toledo Zoo Toledo's Minor-League baseball team: Mudhens Toledo and Lucas County LibraryAdditional Toledo Information: Toledo Chamber of Commerce Toledo Convention & Visitors Bureau Ohio Division of Travel & TourismsVisit WWW.TOLEDO.ORG to find out more about the Toledo Area.
Internal Medicine Residency University of Toledo Health Science Campus 3000 Arlington Avenue Room 4143, Hospital Bldg Toledo, OH 43614 (419) 383-3687 1-800-321-8383. . University of Toledo Health Science Campus is located in Toledo, Ohio. Toledo has many attractions include: .
