This conference offers much exposure to general and subspecialty problems as well as those encountered in the intensive care units. Noon Conference A conference is held every Wednesday, Thursday and Friday at noon to present a variety of pediatric topics. These conferences are usually given by one of the faculty, however guest lecturers may also be present. These teaching conferences follow a well-structured curriculum to best meet the needs of the housestaff. In addition, there are quarterly pathology and weekly radiology conferences, and a journal club, which meets twice a month.
Lunch is provided at most noon conferences.
Grand Rounds Grand Rounds are held every Friday from 8-9 a.m. They are arranged to provide a wide spectrum of topics. A special effort is made to schedule speakers from other departments and institutions to present grand rounds and special teaching conferences and rounds for housestaff six to eight times per year. Nationally recognized visiting professors have included Drs. Owen Evans, Roberta Williams, Mary Ellen Conley and John Lewy. The problem case conference is held monthly and is a clinicopathological case conference.