Ohio State University Hospital Program

The Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry Fellowship at The Ohio State University is designed for medical professionals aiming to specialize in managing behavioral health issues in patients with multifaceted medical and surgical conditions. This fellowship emphasizes the importance of collaboration with various medical specialties. Upon completion of the training program, fellows will be qualified for board certification in Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Fellows engage in core rotations primarily at The Ohio State University Wexner Medical Center, specifically as part of the inpatient consultation-liaison psychiatry service. Other vital components include experiences in outpatient subspecialty clinics and collaborative care programs, fostering a comprehensive training framework.

Curriculum and Rotations

The curriculum of the fellowship encompasses crucial competencies necessary for effective practice. Fellows will acquire skills in addressing conditions such as delirium, chronic pain, issues regarding decision-making capacity, end-of-life care, substance use disorders, and the psychiatric sequelae associated with medical disorders while also mastering crisis intervention and communication skills.1

Consultation services provided by fellows will span a diverse range of specialized medical fields including transplantation, cardiology, critical care, oncology/hematology, trauma surgery, as well as obstetrics and gynecology, infectious diseases, rheumatology, and neurology. The training facilitates adeptness in patient disposition regarding psychiatric needs, especially for those with substance-use impairments, ensuring a seamless transfer to psychiatric settings once medically stabilized.1

Research Opportunities and Faculty Interaction

Dedicated core faculty members work closely with fellows to guide individual goal-setting and customize elective experiences. A focus on quality improvement initiatives is integrated into the program, contributing to enhanced care delivery and patient safety while strengthening care coordination skills. The fellowship also incorporates wellness activities and promotes lifelong learning skills throughout the training period.1

Unique Aspects of the Program

Fellows have the option to gain extensive experience working with patients across the lifespan during rotations at the Integrated Psychiatry Clinic at Nationwide Children’s Hospital. This rotation allows involvement with adult patients suffering from conditions that began in their childhood, such as cystic fibrosis, sickle cell anemia, and congenital heart disease.1

Application Process

This 1-year fellowship operates annually from July 1st to June 30th, accepting two fellows each year through the National Resident Matching Program. Aspiring fellows may submit applications via the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) or directly through the ACLP Common Application. Both application methods will be evaluated equally. Essential documents to include are the curriculum vitae, a letter from the current residency training director, two additional letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. Candidates may expect interviews conducted by invitation, generally scheduled between August and October.1

Visa Support and Competitiveness

The program extends visa sponsorship support for international medical graduates (IMGs) as well, particularly the H-1B visa, which is often the visa type for physicians working in the US. As the fellowship enjoys an esteemed reputation, it is relatively competitive, accommodating Diverse Applicants, including both DO graduates and IMGs, thus providing a welcoming environment for a variety of candidates.

Special Application Requirements

Special application requirements may include guidelines such as year of residency graduation and a maximum number of failed USMLE Step exams, ensuring a level of preparedness and commitment among candidates. These details can vary yearly, thus potential applicants should remain informed about the current requirements through official avenues associated with the fellowship program.