Preparing the Next Class of Emergency Medicine Physicians
The experience you’ll gain over the next three years helps set the tone for the Emergency Medicine physician you’ll become. That’s why we designed our program to provide outstanding hands-on training in the busiest emergency department in the state of Georgia. Guided by leading physicians in the field, you’ll work directly with a diverse range of patients at every acuity level.
Being an emergency physician is about more than just developing clinical skills. It’s about managing the medical and emotional needs of patients and their families in times of crisis.
Our residents learn to deliver compassionate, high-quality care both in the emergency department and in outside care settings.
During our three-year program, you’ll rotate through a wide range of subspecialties, including:
You’ll also work through administrative and professional curriculum that addresses topics including:
As a postgraduate year-1 resident, you’ll be mentored by faculty members regarded as leaders in their fields. These highly skilled physicians will support your every step as you train in the following specialties:
As a 4th year medical student, you’ll have the opportunity to complete a four-week audition rotation. You will function in the role of a sub-intern, working one-on-one with faculty to manage all aspects of care for both ambulatory and acutely ill or injured patients. The rotation occurs in the emergency department, supplemented by didactic and procedural training. In total, you will complete between 14 and 16 10-hour shifts.
Goals and objectives include:
You’ll receive feedback and written formal evaluation from faculty for each clinical shift you work, and a final rotation grade based on your clinical performance.
