Program Objectives

Hematology and Medical Oncology Fellows are to satisfy the following objectives:

• Achieve clinical expertise in the care of patients with neoplastic and hematologic disorders
• Develop skills in the management of cancer complications including pain control and end-of-life issues
• Achieve competence in the procedure of bone marrow aspiration and biopsies, as well as in the interpretation of results
  • Achieve competence in interpreting hematologic laboratory results, such as coagulation, flow cytometry, immunohematology, etc.
  • Be provided guidance in the development of ethical conduct in practicing these specialties
• Optimize understanding of the scientific basis of these diseases
• Develop a methodology for critical evaluation of published research
• Engage in original clinical or basic research
  • Be provided with the varied tools needed to launch a successful academic career
  • Develop a genuine enthusiasm for patient care and the investigative aspects of hematology and medical oncology