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Education Curriculum

At Jersey Shore University Medical Center, we have a strong dedication to didactics. During your three- year internal medicine residency, you will actively participate in various learning opportunities. Our educational framework consists of a combination of supervised clinical care and formal didactic teaching programs. The residents are expected to attend the various conferences and have ‘protected time’ so they can attend without distractions.

Internal Medicine Core Lecture Series

This continuing series of lectures is based on the educational objectives and curriculum established by Jersey Shore University Medical Center to provide a solid foundation in essential primary care and subspecialty topics. The lectures are given at noon time and are grouped on a monthly basis by field of medicine. Topics include:

• Basics of Internal Medicine
• Cardiology
• Critical Care
• Dermatology
• Endocrinology
• Gastroenterology
• Geriatrics
• Gynecology
• Hemato-oncology
• Infectious Disease
• Medical Ethics
• Nephrology
• Neurology
• Nutrition
• Ophthalmology
• Orthopedics & Podiatry
• Palliative
• Primary Care
• Pulmonology
• Rheumatology

Morning Report

A case-based presentation by resident physicians that is supervised and moderated by core faculty. Morning reports are held weekly on Monday and Friday from 7:30 AM to 8:15 AM. Faculty guide and challenge trainees and medical students to:

• Take a thorough HPI
• Perform a comprehensive symptom-directed physical exam
• Synthesize the data into a logical differential diagnosis
• Order appropriate laboratory, imaging and other ancillary tests
• Discuss therapeutic plans

The case presentation is conducted with a small educational presentation or relevant articles from recent medical literature.

Grand Rounds

Department of Medicine lecture series attended by residents, students, faculty and physicians. Nationally distinguished educators present formal lectures related to evolving issues in clinical practice. Presentations cover diverse topics such as research, public health, ethics, business, risk management, professional liability, and cultural diversity.

Journal Club

PGY-3 resident led conference that focuses on discussion and evaluation of articles from the current medical literature. Presentations are prepared with experienced faculty members. Articles are evaluated in a structured format that helps trainees gain knowledge on how to interpret literature and be able to apply clinically. Discussion is focused on expanding knowledge of current literature, study designs, statistical analysis and practical application.

Clinical Pathological Conference

PGY-3 resident case-based presentation delivered to the Department of Medicine. Residents work with faculty members to create a case-based presentation focusing on pathophysiology and clinical issues. This presentation focuses on key literature and guidelines on clinical practice.

Morbidity and Mortality Conference (M&M)

PGY-2 residents led presentations that reviewed clinical cases to analyze adverse events of near misses. Faculty physicians guide residents and medical students to identify sentinel events through the use of root cause analysis. Discuss is used to foster ideas to improve patient care and safety. The forum is used to drive change within the department to reduce medical effort. The conference is conducted in a confidential and non-judgement environment.

Board Review

The department sponsors a comprehensive six-month Board Review Course to help our residents prepare for the ABIM Board Certification Exam. Participation is open to all residents but the course is geared towards the third year class. Board review is facilitated by independent-learning with tools such as MKSAP and Uworld.

Simulation Training

HOPE TOWER at JSUMC features a 6500+ square foot, state-of-the-art innovative simulation center that fosters experimental and simulation-based learning with an emphasis on patient safety, quality, innovation and patient interaction. Residents at our program receive rigorous training in various procedures in a safe and comfortable environment to prepare themselves to confidently perform these procedures in critical settings.

Core Curriculum

X+Y Curriculum

Our internal medicine residency curriculum is designed as a X+Y block schedule. This approach ensures that a balance is provided between inpatient clinical experiences and ambulatory rotations. Each resident is placed into a cohort consisting of inpatient medicine and one week of ambulatory experience. Three week blocks will consist of inpatient or subspecialty rotations, followed by a one week block of ambulatory medicine, outpatient subspecialty rotations, elective or administrative/research time. The structure of the schedule has improved resident satisfaction of inpatient and ambulatory rotations by minimizing disruptions and enhancing continuity.

Rotation per Year

Over the course of the three-year internal medicine residency programs, each of our residents will spend time on each of the following rotations:

• Cardiology
• Critical Care (including MICU and CCU)
• Didactics
• Elective
• Emergency Medicine
• Endocrinology
• Geriatrics
• Hematology and Oncology
• Infectious Disease
• Nephrology
• Night float
• Pulmonology
• Primary Care Continuity Clinic

• Subspecialty Ambulatory Clinics (includes experiences in fields such as rheumatology, neurology, hypertension clinic, ophthalmology, occupational health, urology/gynecology, otolaryngology, pain management, allergy and immunology, geriatrics, dermatology and integrative medicine)
• Team A and B (hospitalist-led inpatient medicine teams)
• Team C and D (faculty-led inpatient medicine ward teams)

Night Float

Our night float rotation is a designated block of overnight shifts to prevent 24-hour call shifts for residents. Night float rotations typically consist of 12 hour overnight shifts with designated days off. Rotation is typically 2-3 weeks. Night float responsibilities consist of overnight management of teaching-patients, teaching-patient admissions, and rapid response coverage. During the day, overnight residents will sign out to their day team colleagues, allowing the opportunity to maintain a consistent sleep schedule to prevent fatigue and burnout.

Evaluations & Advisors

Coaching and Career Development Program

The Mentorship Program is one of the crucial aspects of that vision. This program aims to provide residents guidance not only through their time at JSUMC, but also to establish future goals and create a unique experience during residency. Focus is placed on establishing individualized goals for trainees and creating action plans on development. Program consist of focus on career goals, academic performance, networking and professional development.

Feedback Fridays

Monthly sessions held with the Chair of Medicine. Residents are given key updates for the Department of Medicine, JSUMC and Hackensack Meridian Health. Residents are also given a forum to express feedback to the program leadership in a confidential manner. The conference is also used to share ideas, recognize achievements and foster productive dialogue.