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Continuity Clinics
Continuity clinics are offered at Jackson Memorial Hospital and VA Medical Center for pulmonary fellows.
The Pulmonary Medicine Continuity Clinic at the Ambulatory Care Center at Jackson Memorial Hospital and the VA Medical Center are instrumental in developing and honing the skills necessary for fellows to provide comprehensive outpatient care for patients with pulmonary issues. In this setting, fellows will cultivate expertise in diagnosing and managing common respiratory problems encountered in ambulatory care. They will also gain experience with more complex pulmonary cases, learning to address these challenges under proper supervision.
Fellows will become adept at implementing appropriate preventive health measures and will refine their abilities to serve effectively as outpatient consultants, communicating their findings and solutions to referring physicians with clarity and precision. Collaboration with other healthcare professionals is emphasized, ensuring coordinated patient management involving ancillary services such as home healthcare, durable medical equipment suppliers, social services, and community support services. This holistic approach prepares fellows not only for immediate clinical responsibilities but also for future leadership roles in outpatient pulmonary care, mirroring the comprehensive and patient-centered approach that is a hallmark of your echocardiography laboratory's strategic initiatives.
Specialty Clinics Rotation
The Specialty Clinics Rotation offers fellows an enriching opportunity to work in a variety of clinics dedicated to the treatment of specific pulmonary diseases. The structure and function of the clinics vary, with some offering short-term consultations for referring physicians, while others provide comprehensive longitudinal care over extended periods. Each clinic brings together a multidisciplinary team of clinicians, basic scientists, nurses, case managers, research coordinators, and other professionals devoted to understanding disease pathogenesis, discovering new treatments, and delivering exceptional patient care.
Fellows are provided with a weekly schedule and rotate through specified clinics throughout the week. The rotation includes clinics focused on cystic fibrosis, non-CF bronchiectasis, nontuberculous mycobacterium, alpha-1 antitrypsin deficiency, sarcoidosis, pulmonary hypertension, interstitial lung diseases, and sleep medicine. This comprehensive and immersive experience ensures that fellows develop a deep understanding of these specialized areas, preparing them to become leaders in the field of pulmonary medicine.