What to Expect...........
Lisa Lewis
"The most satisfying part of this residency was the quantity and quality of learning here. I obtained so much knowledge and hands on experience. You can not compare this experience to reading the text. It is a must for practicing women's health."
"My advice for incoming residents...Just do it. If you are serious about women's health, you need to do this. What is taught in P.A. school is not sufficient. It is hard work but definitley worth it all."
Leslie Harvill
"The most satisfying part of the residency is the amount of education and learning, the level of decision making/autonomy and good back up, and the quantity of high risk patients to allow for a great obstetrical knowledge base."
"This is the HARDEST thing you will ever do. Commit fully and the rewards will be numerous. Make sure your entire support system is on board with you in this commitment. Have a hobby for when you have time off."
Nancy Moharram
"The most satisfying part of the residency is getting the opportunity to deliver babies, assist in surgery and learn from great attendings and residents."
"My advice to incoming residents is to rest as much as possible on your days off. Be strong, don't give up, and get the most out of this residency. It will be the most amazing experience you will ever have."
Jennifer Coleman
"The most satisfying part of the residency is the learning experience, working with the D.O. residents, and the physicians. I always felt respected and valued."
"My advice to incoming residents is to gain as much experience as possible prior to arrival. Prepare for the responsibility and the work load."
Te-Rah Brown
"The experience I have gained this year was amazing. Not only did I learn more about medicine but also about patient communication. After completing this residency I feel like a more confident practitioner. I have learned so much this year and have grown as a person. I am still in amazement over the fact that I have done over 200 deliveries and assisted in more than 50 GYN surgeries and cesareans. I have grown as a P.A. and I would recommend this residency to anyone who is serious about women's health."
"My advice to incoming residents is to work hard and give your all for a year. This is a great experience and being here is a great opportunity. What you put in is what you will get out of it. It may seem very tough but in the end you will say it was all worth it."
What to Read...........
Blueprints Obstetrics and Gynecology Fourth Edition (Blueprints Series) (Paperback)
by Tamara L Callahan, Aaron B Caughey
Obstetrics and Gynecology (Paperback)
by Charles RB Beckmann, Frank W Ling, Roger P Smith, Barbara M Barzansky, William NP Herbert
During your residency...........
Each resident is given an education allowance which is typically applied to your registration at the annual Comprehensive Colposcopy Conference through the American Society for Colposcopy and Cervical Pathology. Residents are responsible for all travel, room and meal expenses. Please be aware of when the next conference will be held so that you may plan accordingly.
Do you know Spanish??
With over half of our patient population being primarily Spanish speaking, it is a good idea to become acquainted with some common words and phrases you will use on a daily basis while working on Labor & Delivery and in our Women's Health Clinic.
Resident Evaluations and Expectations............
All OB/GYN Physician Assistant Residents are evaluated on a quarterly basis by the Attending Physicians and the PA Residency Program Director. Bi-monthly evaluations are performed by the Program Director and feedback is discussed with the resident after each bi-monthly and quarterly evaluation. Evaluations are based on a standard computerized evaluation. Comments by nurses, fellow PA’s and physician residents may be taken into consideration when performing evaluations. All this information is provided to the resident on a standard PA Resident evaluation form which is read and signed by the PA resident.
If the PA residents’ performance (clinical or professional) is unacceptable, the resident will meet with the Program Director in addition to receiving written information regarding the sub-standard performance and expected improvements. If two incidents of sub-standard performance are noted, the PA Resident will meet with the Program Director and Medical Director and a probationary period will be set forth verbally and in writing, during which time a PA Residents performance will be expected to improve. Improvement will be evaluated by three Attending Physicians at the end of the probationary period.
PA residents are to take a seperate Obstetrics and Gynecology written examinations between four and six months in to the residency program to evaluate knowledge. The PA residents will be required to look up incorrect answers and meet with the program director to discuss exam questions and answers.
A final exit interview with the Program Director/Medical Director will be given at the culmination of the residency program. At this time a final evaluation will be completed and discussed with the resident. The PA resident will also be given the opportunity to evaluate the program and make suggestions.
If at any point during the one year long PA residency program, the PA resident has a grievance or concern about their experience, they will be able to schedule a prompt meeting with the program director and administrative assistant. If the issue cannot be resolved, the medical director will be asked to hear the grievance, and at that point a decision will be made on how to address the grievance.