Our Fellowship is organized to teach fellows the skills they need as they are maintaining a well balance of outpatient clinical care, surgical care, and research to ensure their success as well-rounded academic leaders after graduation.
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Rotation Description
This rotation will introduce fellows to the subspecialty practice of FPMRS in an academic setting.
Educational Goals
Rotation Description
The first year will expose the fellow to the advanced principles of surgical management of pelvic floor disorders. During the surgery rotation the fellow will develop a solid foundation for the development of surgical skills in the operating room. By the end of the surgery rotation the fellow will be comfortable overseeing the care of patients as they transition from the pre-operative holding area, the operating room and through their inpatient recovery. Fellows will assist in the supervision and education of OB/GYN resident trainees that rotate on the Urogynecology Service.
Educational Goals
Before starting fellowship the fellow must complete Human Subjects Research training at (https//www.citiprogram.org) and register for an account with IRBNet at (https://www.irbnet.org)
Goals
The first 3-month research rotation will establish the groundwork for the fellows to initiate work toward the goal of completing their thesis.
They should begin steps to develop a foundation in research design, grant writing, research methodology and scientific writing and presentation skills.
The fellow will gain knowledge of the basic principles of research, including how research is conducted, evaluated, explained to patients, and applied to patient care.
The fellow will be provided the Lancet Handbook of Essential Concepts in Clinical Research and be assigned chapter reviews for their first year.
Objectives
Gain an understanding of patient enrollment into research trials and appreciation for the ethics of patient participations and study design.
Rotation Description
This rotation will refine the fellow’s skill in the diagnosis management of women with complex pelvic floor disorders. The fellow will also gain the confidence required to lead a Urogynecology team in outpatient care of women with pelvic floor disorders and develop a strong foundation in managing the complications of therapy.
Goals
Establish a solid base of understanding of the practice of FPMRS
Rotation Description
The second year will expose the fellow to the advanced principles of surgical management of pelvic floor disorders. During the surgery rotation the fellow will build upon their solid foundation for the development of surgical skills in the operating room. Fellows will assist in the supervision and education of OB/GYN resident trainees that rotate on the Urogynecology Service.
Educational Goals
Rotation Description
This 3-month research rotation allows for ongoing research design and directed thesis completion.
Goals
Rotation Description
This rotation will refine the fellow's skill in the diagnosis management of women with complex pelvic floor disorders. The fellow will begin to polish their teaching and mentoring abilities by transitioning into a supervisory role of the OB/GYN residents in the office and clinic setting. The fellow will also gain the confidence required to lead a Urogynecology team in both inpatient and outpatient care of women with pelvic floor disorders and develop a strong foundation in managing the complications of therapy.
Goals
Demonstrate a solid understanding of the practice of FPMRS
Rotation Description
The final year will reinforce the advanced principles of surgical management of pelvic floor disorders. The rotation will continue to refine the fellow’s skill in managing the routine and complex peri-operative care of women undergoing advanced surgical reconstructive procedures. By the end of this rotation fellows will be able to lead the healthcare team both in the operating room and on the inpatient ward. The fellow will be a major contributor to the supervision and educational experience of OBGYN resident trainees rotating on the Urogynecology Service. The fellow will also provide surgical treatments under supervision for their patients seen at the Faculty Medical Center.
Educational Goals
Goals
Complete thesis for evaluation by faculty, and finalize a "submission ready scientific manuscript."
Objectives