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Overview

Department of Radiation Oncology

Rotations

The academic year is divided into six block rotations, during which each resident works solely with one attending physician. This schedule allows residents exposure to various disease sites multiple times during their residency. Faculty expectations are aligned with each resident's level of training. Residents are required to attend tumor boards and conferences with their attending.

Additionally, there is a unique rotation with the Chairman and Vice Chairman/Program Director that provides direct mentorship to help residents shape their careers.

Call Schedule

  • On-Call Timeline:
    • UMH APRN Availability: 8 AM – 5 PM
    • On-Call Coverage for Jackson and West Inpatients:
      • Weekdays: Monday – Friday (5 PM – 6 AM)
      • Weekends: Saturday – Sunday (24 hours)
      • Holidays: Monday (if it’s a holiday)
  • Resident Involvement After 8 AM:
    • After 8 AM, residents should only be involved in on-call duties for emergencies requiring immediate attention.
    • Routine issues should be deferred to the appropriate daytime team unless they can be resolved before 8 AM.

Training Sites

Residents primarily treat patients at three main locations within walking distance in the Miami Health District:

  • University of Miami Sylvester Cancer Center
  • Jackson Memorial Hospital
  • University of Miami Hospital

Additional satellite campuses of Sylvester Cancer Center are in Deerfield Beach, Coral Gables, and Doral. New satellites, such as SCCC Plantation and SCCC SoLé Mia, are scheduled to open in 2025.