San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium (BAMC) Program
Transitional year - Fort Sam Houston, TX | ACGME Code: 9994800138
The San Antonio Uniformed Services Health Education Consortium (SAUSHEC) Pediatric Residency program is a joint Army and Air Force program, making it the largest Department of Defense (DoD) pediatric training program. The program accommodates 14 house staff annually, with 6 Army residents and 8 Air Force residents. The training is conducted across three primary hospitals: Brooke Army Medical Center (BAMC), Wilford Hall Ambulatory Surgical Center (WHASC), and the DeWitt Army Community Hospital (DACH), with additional training at affiliated hospitals such as the University Hospital and Santa Rosa Children's Hospital.
Noteworthy Aspects: 1. Prestigious and pioneering Neonatal Fellowship Program. 2. Close formal relationship with the University of Texas Health Science Center Medical School and Pediatric Residency program. 3. Collaboration with Children's Hospital of San Antonio and Baylor College of Medicine – Texas Children's Hospital. 4. Research opportunities in bench, animal, or clinical research.
Education Highlights: - Morning Report: Case-oriented discussions at Wilford Hall conducted by the Chief Resident of the Inpatient Service. - Core Lecture Series: Monday through Thursday morning lectures by faculty covering essential pediatric knowledge over the residency. - Chief of Resident Rounds: Weekly review of interesting cases and teaching conferences every Friday morning. - Friday Didactics: Protected time for formal didactics including Grand Rounds, Journal Clubs, and Quality Improvement projects presented by residents and faculty. - Board Review: Focused preparation for ABP boards using the AAP core curriculum and the MedStudy board review system. - Conferences and Local Courses: Encouragement for resident participation in local and national conventions, community health promotion activities, and the Military Unique Curriculum.
Residents are actively engaged in various educational activities, ensuring a comprehensive and clinically applicable training experience. The program's emphasis on board preparation, educational conferences, and participation in community health initiatives aims to prepare residents to excel as military pediatricians.
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Living in Fort Sam Houston, TX
- Location: Fort Sam Houston is located in San Antonio, Texas.
- Crime Rate and Safety: San Antonio has a moderate crime rate. It is advisable to remain vigilant, especially in certain neighborhoods.
- Fun Activities: San Antonio offers a variety of activities including exploring the River Walk, visiting the historic Alamo, enjoying theme parks like Six Flags Fiesta Texas, and experiencing cultural events like Fiesta San Antonio.
- Climate: San Antonio has a hot climate with mild winters and hot summers. Be prepared for high temperatures during the summer months.
- Races and Population: San Antonio is a diverse city with a mix of Hispanic, White, African American, and Asian populations.
- Education: San Antonio has various schools and universities, including the University of Texas at San Antonio and Trinity University.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in San Antonio is lower than in many other major cities in Texas.
- Proximity to Bigger Cities: Austin, the capital of Texas, is about an hour and a half drive from San Antonio. Houston is approximately a three-hour drive away.
- Pros: Rich history, diverse culture, lower cost of living compared to other major Texas cities.
- Cons: Traffic congestion, high summer temperatures.
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