Our mission is to provide fellows with advanced clinical training, innovative research opportunities and a supportive learning environment emphasizing multidisciplinary collaboration, patient-centered care and evidence-based practice. We strive to empower our fellows to excel in the management of critically ill surgical patients, enhance their surgical skills and develop their expertise in critical care medicine. By fostering a culture of compassion, professionalism and lifelong learning, we aim to improve patient outcomes and advance the field of surgical critical care.
The program earned initial accreditation from the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education and is set to welcome its first fellow in August 2026.
Program Aims
- Comprehensive Clinical Training
To provide fellows with extensive hands-on experience in assessing, diagnosing and managing critically ill surgical patients across various clinical settings, ensuring proficiency in advanced surgical techniques and critical care protocols. - Interdisciplinary Collaboration
To promote teamwork and communication among surgical, medical, nursing and allied health professionals through collaborative learning opportunities and multidisciplinary rounds, enhancing holistic patient care and outcomes. - Research and Innovation
To encourage fellows to engage in cutting-edge research projects that address critical care challenges, foster evidence-based practice and contribute to the advancement of surgical critical care knowledge and techniques. - Leadership Development
To cultivate leadership skills in fellows through mentorship, teaching opportunities and participation in quality improvement initiatives, preparing them to become advocates for their patients and leaders in their future practices. - Patient-Centered Care
To instill a commitment to compassionate, ethical and culturally competent care, ensuring that fellows prioritize the needs and preferences of patients and their families in all aspects of critical care management. - Lifelong Learning and Professional Growth
To foster a culture of continuous education by providing access to ongoing training, workshops and conferences, encouraging fellows to stay current with advancements in surgical critical care and to pursue future educational opportunities.
Prospective Applicants
Those interested in applying should contact Program Coordinator Ashley Wiley.
