Summary
of Residency Program
Starting Date: July 1
Type / Duration 12 month/full-time
Estimated Stipend: $39,500
Application Deadline: January
15
Interview Required: Yes
Presentation Required: Yes
Curriculum Vitae Required :Yes
College Transcripts Required:
Yes
Letters of Recommendation: Three
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The Infectious Diseases Residency at the University of Rochester
is a 12-month, full-time curriculum. The primary goal of the
program is to guide the resident, who possesses in-depth knowledge
and skills in clinical pharmacy practice, with a specialty in
both clinical laboratory medicine and infectious diseases. This
intensive training involves activities in a wide variety of practice
settings, including:
The Infectious Diseases Residency is accredited by the American
Society of Health System Pharmacists (ASHP). Its goals, objectives,
and evaluation procedures are consistent with the goals and
objectives of infectious diseases residency training established
by ASHP.
Curriculum
Rotation Schedule
Although the general schedule of the Infectious Diseases Residency
year is outlined below, the rotations may vary to meet the
needs and interests of the individual resident.
| Infectious Disease Specialty Residency
Rotation Schedule |
| Antimicrobial Management |
4 Weeks |
| Clinical Laboratory Microbiology/Serology |
4 Weeks |
| Clinical Pharmacokinetics Service |
2 Weeks |
| Elective Rotations |
12 Weeks |
Infection Control |
2 Weeks |
| Infectious Diseases - Adult Consult Service |
4 Weeks |
| Infectious Diseases - Adult HIV Service |
4 Weeks |
| Infectious Diseases Outpatient Clinic |
4 Weeks |
| Infectious Diseases - Solid Organ Transplant |
4 Weeks |
| Orientation |
2 Weeks |
| Practice Management in Infectious Diseases |
Longitudinal |
| Research |
3 Weeks |
Elective Rotations
Possible electives include:
Residents will also have opportunities to develop teaching skills
by providing in-service presentations for pharmacy staff and
didactic lectures to students in other health care professions,
such as nurse practitioners and physician assistants.
Development of a major project related to a specific aspect
of infectious diseases is required, and the results are to be
presented at the Eastern States Conference for Pharmacy Residents
and Preceptors. A minor project is also to be prepared and presented
at ASHP Midyear Clinical Meeting.
Employment Information
Benefits
The estimated one-year stipend is $39,500. Additional
benefits include health insurance, sick leave, paid holidays,
book
allowance and travel reimbursement for 2-3 professional
meetings.
Requirements For Admission
Admission to the specialty residency program is available
to Pharm.D. graduates who have completed a pharmacy practice
residency
or the equivalent. Residents must be a United States citizen
or carry a permanent resident visa. Residents must be eligible
for New
York State licensure.
An application form is not required, but the following items
must be submitted:
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Letter of intent stating goals and interests
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Curriculum vitae
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Official college transcripts
Please submit application materials to:
Geneen Gibson, PharmD, MS
University of Rochester Medical Center
601 Elmwood Ave, Box 638
Rochester, NY 14642
Email: Geneen_Gibson@urmc.rochester.edu
Phone: (585) 273-4993
Fax: (585) 756-5582
The deadline for receipt of application materials to be considered
for an on-site interview is January 15, 2007. A formal presentation
is required during the interview.
If you would like more information or if you have questions
about the Infectious Disease Pharmacy Specialty Residency Program, contact
Geneen Gibson.
