- Develop experts in the field of pediatric endocrinology who have strong clinical acumen that is grounded in evidence-based care practices and conscious of social determinants of health that impact care delivery. Trainees will experience the depth and breadth of endocrine disorders in both the inpatient and outpatient care settings, supported by recognized experts in multiple subspecialty fields. This will allow them to embark on successful academic careers in pediatric endocrinology with the benefit of creating a strong basis of sub-specialty expertise in highly sought after areas.
- Prepare our trainees for academic careers as clinical scientists, clinician educators, or physician scientists through strong basic science, translational, and/or clinical research opportunities under the guidance of highly skilled mentors. Structured academic sessions focusing on molecular biology, journal review, and research methodology provide a solid basis of knowledge to grow and develop from.
- Instill the need for continual assessment and process improvement on both an individual and a systemic level. Trainees will be well-versed in utilization of quality improvement principals to affect change through self-identified QI initiatives, supported by mentors within the division who have expertise in medical informatics and quality improvement.
- Create lifelong focus on identifying and addressing the health disparities within the practice of pediatric endocrinology, locally and abroad.