Overview
At the end of their training, fellows will be able to:
- Exhibit a fundamental knowledge of the basic and clinical aspects of cerebrovascular disorders.
- Treat patients with stroke in a competent, ethical and compassionate manner, taking into account individual clinical variables, the patient’s background and preferences, value-based care and the best available evidence.
- Formulate a diagnostic and treatment plan for patients with stroke while taking into account the setting where care is provided (teaching or community hospital, inpatient and critical care units and/or outpatient offices).
- Choose among several professional opportunities (such as further training, clinical practice, research career, etc.) based on personal interest and long-term career goals.
- Understand the major controversies in the field of stroke.
- Communicate effectively with patients, families and colleagues to foster better patient outcomes.
Curriculum Components
The program’s 26-block curriculum is based on ACGME guidelines to ensure competence in managing stroke patients in a variety of settings and in different stages of treatment and recovery. The schedule guarantees preparedness for ABPN boards while also being flexible enough to individualize according to each fellow’s research and clinical interests.
- 10 blocks at Ascension Seton Medical Center Austin Wards
- 10 blocks at Dell Seton Medical Center Wards
- 2 blocks neurocritical care (one per semester)
- 1 block PM&R at Dell Seton Medical Center
- 2 blocks elective
- 1 block orientation and bootcamp