6-6-6 Program in a Community Hospital
- Collaborative program with Hudson Headwaters Health Network and its 22 Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHC) in the southern Adirondacks
- Comprehensive, full spectrum training, including procedures, rural medicine, integrated behavioral health, and addiction medicine
- Competency in inpatient and outpatient care
- Experienced and dedicated faculty recognized for their teaching
- Individualized learning plans and mentorship to foster personal success and wellness
| Specialty | PGY1 | PGY2 | PGY3 |
|---|---|---|---|
| Introduction to Residency | 1 month - outpatient | ||
| Ambulatory Medicine | 1 month - outpatient | 1 month - outpatient | 1 month - outpatient |
| Inpatient Medicine | 4 months - inpatient | 2 months - inpatient | 2 months - inpatient |
| ICU | 1 month - inpatient | 1 month - inpatient | |
| Obstetrics | 1 month - inpatient | 1 month - inpatient | |
| Emergency Medicine | 1 month - inpatient - general EM | 1 month - inpatient -pediatric EM | 1 month - inpatient - general EM |
| Inpatient Pediatrics | 1 month - inpatient - newborn nursery | 1 month - inpatient | |
| Surgery | 1 month - outpatient | ||
| Outpatient Pediatrics | 1 month - outpatient | 1 month - outpatient | |
| Outpatient Gynecology | 1 month - outpatient | ||
| Rural Medicine | 1 month - outpatient | ||
| Psychiatry | 1 month - inpatient | ||
| Musculoskeletal/Sports Medicine | 1 month - outpatient | 1 month - outpatient | |
| Geriatrics | 1 month - outpatient | ||
| Behavioral Health | 1 month - outpatient | ||
| Dermatology | 1 month - outpatient | ||
| Electives | 1 month - outpatient | 1 month - outpatient | 4 months - outpatient |
| Urgent Care | 2 weeks inpatient | ||
| Palliative Medicine | 2 weeks inpatient |
Lifelong Leading and Learning
Year 1 - Self Inquiry, Clinical Learning, and Development
- Focus on the new physician as you transition from medical student to resident. We will encourage self-assessment of strengths and development of your own professional mission statement. This will be combined with well-being strategies and leadership development to support your needs. Investigating one’s own biases, emotional intelligence, and comfort with both giving and receiving feedback will be explored.
- As you begin clinical work in your health center, focus will be given to the patient as part of the larger community and how social determinants affect equity. Practicing in a patient-centered medical home will demonstrate how a team based care approach, incorporating integrated behavioral health and care management, can begin to address these inequities. To understand the functioning of the clinical team, you will participate in all aspects of your health center.
Year 2 - Community Observation, Culture, and Assessment
- Focus on the outpatient clinical practice as you learn more about the health care system, value-based care, and the inherent disparities which are prevalent in health care. This will require working within the larger community which your health center serves and completing a needs assessment which will serve as a springboard for a quality improvement project. You will gain skills in having difficult conversations, understanding micro/macroaggressions, and leading interdisciplinary teams.
Year 3 - Community Engagement, Physician Advocacy, and Application
- Focus will be on physician advocacy at the local, state, and national levels. This will include evaluating the models of health care delivery and understanding the business of medicine. You will work with leadership at both Saratoga Hospital and Hudson Headwaters to put your skills into practice. Advocacy work will be fostered through NYSAFP, local health departments, and other community partners.
- Opportunities will be available for you to present your community QI or research project at the local or national level. As you look to graduation you will be supported in understanding personal finance, utilizing mentors, and job interviewing.
We are fortunate to have access to a state-of-the art simulation center within the medical college. We use the Patient Safety & Clinical Competency Center for procedure and case workshops, and standardized patient simulations for honing clinical skills.
We have in-house procedure clinics including dermatology, reproductive health, medication assisted treatment, and osteopathic manipulation.
Find out more about the Hospice and Palliative Care Fellowship at Saratoga Hospital. Some highlights can be found below.
Comprehensive Curriculum
- Pain Management
- Symptom Control
- Interdisciplinary Collaboration
The curriculum provides a well-rounded educational experience, covering essential aspects of palliative care.
Personalized Patient Care
Engage in personalized and holistic care in a community-focused health care setting typical of smaller cities like Saratoga Springs, fostering meaningful connections with patients and their families.
Esteemed Mentors and Faculty
Benefit from guidance and support from highly respected mentors and faculty who offer invaluable networking opportunities to advance your career.
Interprofessional Collaboration
Work alongside other health care professionals, enhancing your understanding of comprehensive palliative care delivery.
Culturally Sensitive Care
Receive training in culturally sensitive care, crucial for effectively serving a diverse population.