Because most of our didactics are attended by all of Aurora St. Luke's house
staff, our conferences are clinically oriented and broad-based. Our
staff-wide conference schedule (weekly unless otherwise specified)
includes:
Endocrinology Case Conference
Medical Knowledge/Clinical
Skills Conference
Medical Grand Rounds
Residents' Case Conference
Tumor Board (biweekly)
Clinical Radiology Conference (monthly)
Pulmonary Case Conference (monthly)
AMTS Clinical Pathology Conference (monthly)
In addition, a number of conferences and training experiences are
designed specifically for the TY resident, including:
Two month Acute Care Lecture Series (July-August): Intern
oriented discussions regarding practical management of common acute
medical problems
Transitional Year Resident Journal Club (weekly)
TY Residents Case Conference
A.C.L.S. Advanced Life Support
Monthly Core Issues Seminar Series. These half-day sessions
focus on issues related to medicine and health care not normally
taught at the bedside. These conferences are followed by a
Transitional Year Resident business meeting and social event. Topics
have included:
Medicine and the Law
Medicare, Medicaid and Entitlement Programs
"Here's to your Health,” Living the Wellness Model
Managed Care and Health Maintenance
Communication Skills
Domestic Violence
Computers in Medicine
Medical Ethics
Annual TY residents' also experience a 2-day retreat. Relevant career
and professional issues are discussed in a relaxed, enjoyable
environment. Spouses and family members are welcome.
Didactics