We also have experienced subspecialists and critical care faculty to train residents in the care of complex and critically ill children who are in need of tertiary care. Residents work directly with attending physicians and are usually the first ones to evaluate the patients. While many members of our faculty are involved in research, teaching is emphasized and used as criteria for promotion for faculty. Our size allows us to give our residents very personalized attention and there are many educational and social activities that encourage resident faculty interaction. In a smaller program like ours, every resident counts.
Residents are active participants in curricular and policy development.
While our inpatient training is based at the Mercy Children's Hospital, the program has a strong academic affiliation. Teaching medical students is an integral part of the program. Medical school resources such as the library and computer facilities, plus interaction with residents and graduate students from other disciplines enhance the residency experience. Toledo and the surrounding area are home to many excellent general pediatric practices. Many of these pediatricians are graduates of our program and work closely with us in helping to provide ambulatory and clinical training.