The patient population consists of hematopoietic malignancies and solid tumors. There is a wide variety of acute medical problems seen in these patients related or not to their hematologic or neoplastic disease.
Emphasis is placed on the hematologic and oncologic specific aspects.
Working rounds take place daily and students work closely with housestaff and the fellow on service. Attending rounds take place daily. There is an average of two consultations per day. Most of the consultations are both in Hematology and oncology. All consultations are reviewed by a fellow under the close supervision of the attending physician.