There are usually 12 to 15 weeks of call-free time in the third year. Fellows are qualified to pass certifying subspecialty Board examinations and will have the required skills and experience to conduct research in clinical or basic sciences, and to hold academic positions. Each day at The University of Chicago Children s Hospital begins with patient care rounds and morning report. Cases admitted during the previous 24-hours are discussed with an emphasis on initial management and differential diagnosis. Regular weekly teaching conferences include Grand Rounds, Chief of Service, Core Curriculum, and Chairman s Rounds.
All residents gain experience in presenting lectures during the course of their training.
Rounds and teaching seminars focusing on children with chronic disease are conducted at La Rabida.