Objectives
- Develop a greater understanding of the embryology, diagnosis, preoperative evaluation and management of common congenital anomalies
- Become familiar with the evaluation and management of common surgical problems in the pediatric population
- Develop a beginning understanding of the basis of fluid and electrolyte management in the pediatric patient, including appropriate fluid volumes, gastrointestinal replacements and blood volumes
- Develop a greater understanding of the basics of enteral and parenteral nutritional management in pediatric and neonatal populations
- Participate in common pediatric surgeries including appendicitis, hernias and pyloric stenosis
- Advance personal knowledge of pediatric surgical care in a variety of settings including examination of sick and well children, preoperative preparation, surgical intervention, recovery phase stabilization, discharge education and follow-up patient management
- Advance knowledge of common pharmacotherapeutics used in the pediatric surgical population
- Develop a greater understanding of the ethical implications involved with surgical intervention on patients, families, physicians and healthcare workers
- Actively participate in educational opportunities at the weekly burn, surgery and trauma Conferences
- Prepare for the operating room experience by familiarizing yourself with a basic understanding of the operative procedure and principles of surgery
Description
- Observe private office patient care and operative cases
- Participate in inpatient rounds, attend conferences and lectures
- Observe ED and trauma patients
- Evaluate admissions and consults
- Typical daily schedule: 6 a.m. – 5 p.m. (Monday – Friday)
- Night call/special requirements: 3 in-house night calls
Timothy Pittinger, MD, Elective Director
