New York Presbyterian Hospital (Columbia Campus) Program

The Pediatric Surgery Fellowship Program at NewYork-Presbyterian/Columbia University is a specialized two-year training initiative. It aims to deliver a comprehensive and intensive education covering all aspects of pediatric general surgery. The curriculum is aligned with vital areas including pediatric surgical oncology, congenital and acquired conditions of the newborn, non-cardiac thoracic surgery, and extensive management of both pre- and post-operative care in infants and children. The program's structured approach ensures that fellows gain exposure across a wide spectrum of pediatric surgical diseases, enabling them to independently evaluate and manage such conditions.

Within this fellowship, fellows participate in multidisciplinary programs that focus on various critical topics such as Trauma, Extracorporeal Membrane Oxygenation (ECMO), Congenital Diaphragmatic Hernia, Oncology, thyroid disease, obesity, and esophageal atresia. The integrated prenatal pediatrics program further enriches the training by providing fellows with opportunities to engage in the diagnosis, treatment, and counseling of fetal patients and their families, thus reinforcing a holistic approach to pediatric surgical care.

Curriculum Structure

The Pediatric Surgery Fellowship consists of a robust curriculum designed to offer significant exposure to essential clinical practices. The program accommodates two fellows, one per year, providing them with the opportunity to work closely with renowned faculty and healthcare professionals.

Training Sites

Fellows primarily train at the following distinguished sites:

• Columbia University/NYP Morgan Stanley Children’s Hospital: This is a freestanding children’s hospital boasting 284 beds, where the fellows spend approximately 90% of their training time.
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• Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center: As a children's hospital within an adult hospital, fellows allocate around 5% of their training here, gaining specialized oncological insights.
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Block Schedule and Responsibilities

The program features a structured block schedule that emphasizes a variety of pediatric surgical practices:

• General Pediatric Surgery: Involves handling both inpatient and outpatient cases, including managing a weekly clinic.
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• Pediatric Surgical Oncology: Exclusive training in surgical management of pediatric patients with cancer.
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• Pediatric Urology: Provides fellows with hands-on experience managing various urological conditions in children.
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• NICU and PICU: There is a specific focus on nutritional and ventilator management in the Neonatal Intensive Care Unit (NICU) and Pediatric Intensive Care Unit (PICU).
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Fellows are allocated 4 weeks of vacation each academic year, allowing for quality time away while balancing rigorous training responsibilities.

Conferences and Educational Activities

Educational engagement is a critical component of the program. A comprehensive conference schedule includes:

• Weekly participation in Chairman's Conference, Radiology, Morbidity and Mortality discussions, Pediatric Solid Tumor Conference, and journal clubs/resident presentations.
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• Monthly and quarterly activities featuring pathology discussions, trauma simulation workshops, surgical skills simulations, and collaborative conferences with neonatology and surgery.
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Application and Benefits

Interested candidates may submit their applications through the ERAS system. The program supports a competitive application process.

As a Graduate Staff Member of the Pediatric Surgery Fellowship Program, fellows have access to a competitive benefits package that includes comprehensive healthcare coverage, life and disability services, and family assistance resources. Additionally, there are attractive retirement savings opportunities available.

Housing

Housing is a vital consideration for fellows, and the program provides Columbia Campus Housing across 20 apartment buildings within proximity to the main campus. The locations offer various configurations, from studios to multi-bedroom apartments, while being conveniently accessible to major subway services in Manhattan.