You may not have the same staff doctor on the in-patient unit that you have in the clinic. This in no way will compromise your care, as there is always direct communication between your doctor and the staff doctor covering the in-patient unit. Fellow Sometimes, your team might include a Fellow. A Fellow is a doctor who has completed medical school and residency. Rather than beginning their own medical practice, they have chosen to gain further experience in the area of Cancer Care.
Fellows also serve as teachers and role models for the residents and medical students.
Resident Doctor A resident is a doctor who has completed medical school. The residents are here for 3-5 years after medical school. You will have more than one resident at different levels of their training involved in your care. The resident has many responsibilities in providing patient care. They gather information about the patient through assessments, lab tests, x-rays and various other procedures.