University of Virginia

Additional Info

Clerkship Director Name : Christopher Holstege

Clerkship Director Email : ch2xf@virginia.edu

Coordinator Name : Heather Collier

Coordinator Email : hlc8e@virginia.edu

Clinical Venues : On-Site Poison Center (within primary location); Inpatient Consultation Service; Outpatient Toxicology Clinic, Office or Faculty Practice

Medical Student Eligibility : 4th Year Medical Students; US and International Students

What level of training is your program available to for residents? : PGY3; PGY1; PGY4; PGY5; PGY2

Rotation Open To Medical Toxicology Fellows From Other Programs? : Y

Does Rotation Have Specific Start Dates Throughout The Year? : N

Rotator Start Dates : N/A

Number Of Rotators Per Block : Unlimited

Typical Rotation Lengths (# of Weeks) : 2-4 weeks

Hours Per Week : See Website for Details

Special Features of the Rotation : Wilderness Medicine education is also embedded into the rotation: Wilderness Medicine focuses on the care of patients in remote environments lacking typical health care facility resources. This course will also introduce students/residents/fellows to the epidemiology, pathophysiology and clinical practice of Wilderness Medicine with planned regular outings to the Blue Ridge Mountains and George Washington National Forrest.

Relevant Specialty Programs : Pediatric Residency; Medical Toxicology Fellowship; Emergency Medicine Residency

How Many Board Certified Medical Toxicologist Are Actively Involved As Faculty For The Rotation? : 6

Rotator Fee : No

Should the rotator have malpractice coverage from their home institution? : Required

Housing Assistance Available : Y