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The resident will spend 2 weeks during the first year and two weeks in the second year in with the pediatric pulmonologist.  During this rotation, the resident will be responsible for evaluating all patients on the pulmonary service and writing consultations with the attending.  The resident will round on all inpatients and in conjunction with the attending will manage all problems, write daily progress notes and continue with one-on-one contact with the attending.  Correlative diagnostic studies such as radiographic imagery, pulmonary function studies and flexible fiberoptic laryngobronchoscopy will be initiated to further enhance the learning process.  Outpatient responsibilities will include participation in four half-day activities in the following area: apnea clinic, asthma clinic, general pulmonary clinic and the Cystic Fibrosis clinic.

Contact: Dr. James Clayton
Hours: Call first.  (703) 289-1410
Address: 3020 Hamaker Court, Suite 202
Fairfax, VA   22031

Directions: From Fairfax Hospital, turn left unto Gallows Rd., then turn left onto Route 50 (west).  At second stoplight, turn right onto Javier Rd., then make an immediate left onto Arlington Blvd.  Make the next left onto Hamaker Ct. to the end of the cul-de-sac.

Hints & Expectations:
Call office prior to the first day of your rotation to determine where and when you are to show up.
Rotation includes inpatient and outpatient experiences.
REQUIRED to attend noon lecture.