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The experience will include cardiology clinic time with the preceptor, inpatient consults, telemetry/CCU admissions, assisting in the cath lab, and EKG interpretation. Residents will gain knowledge and confidence with the spectrum of acute and chronic cardiovascular conditions. Emphasis should be on diagnosis and management of artherosclerotic diseases of the coronary arteries, EKG interpretation, hypertension management, congestive heart failure, valvular disease, and outpatient management of angina and arrhythmias. Each resident will be expected to provide care under the supervision of the preceptor in the ICU, CCU, and telemetry unit as well as the general medical units. The resident should be able to assist in the cath lab between the hours of 0800 and 2200 on weekdays and should participate in the administration of treadmill stress tests. Medical Knowledge
Interpersonal and Communications Skills Demonstrate clear communication with patient regarding their medical issues in a culturally sensitive manner Demonstrate team oriented communication and foster working relationships with other member of the care team or specialist colleagues
Professionalism Demonstrate a high degree of professional responsibility in managing patients with Cardiology-related problems by referral coordination, direct management and follow up. Demonstrate professional demeanor, attire and appearance in all settings.
The resident should develop attitudes that encompass:
A.
Awareness of the importance
of physician and patient working as partners to promote optimal
cardiovascular health.
Practice-Based Learning Assess the practice models on this rotations for evidence of practice-based learning and identify opportunities that would be appropriate for the this medical area. Identify a learning opportunity within your clinic practice that could be studied to improve the care for patient with Cardiology-related problems.
Systems-Based Practice Learn how to access the appropriate services for patients with Cardiology-related problems and the impact of utilization management for these patients. Demonstrate understanding of the role of the PCP in the immediate and after-care of patients with Cardiology-related diagnoses.
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