Students work with board certified specialists as well as interns and residents. Duties vary by department, however in general students can expect to participate in and observe clinics, procedures, and rounds. Students are expected to accompany a doctor at all times, observe and assist in all examinations, diagnostic procedures, treatments, surgery, etc. It is our goal for students to have as much hands on learning as possible. Students are also invited to attend all continuing education sessions held during their externship.
Journals, textbooks, databases, rounds, on-site continuing education lectures, MRI, 64-slice CT scanners, Linear Accelerator, etc.
varies by department, Minimum of 40 hours a week. Hands on opportunities vary by department.