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The Postdoctoral Training Program in Clinical Chemistry
and Laboratory Medicine at the University of Louisville provides
specialization in newly-evolving areas of
laboratory medicine such as pharmacogenetics
and diagnostic proteomics, including molecular
diagnostics, and consists of the following structure: basic
and advanced elective rotations, conferences, research, consultations,
administration, and teaching.
Basic Rotation:  A
12- to-16-week rotation with 12-weeks at ULH and one-to-two
weeks at other selected program-affiliated hospitals. Fundamentals
in all areas of Clinical Chemistry testing are taught–
including analytical methods, proper collection and handling
of specimens, and basics of diagnostic test selection and
interpretation.
Advanced Elective Rotations:  These
more advanced rotations are designed to allow trainees to
focus on selected sub-specialties involving proteomic and
genomic applications in laboratory medicine and, in general,
consist of four-to-six months each. Elective rotations are
available in receptor techniques, molecular biology techniques,
advanced toxicology, computer applications, laboratory administration.
A short rotation is also available in internal medicine. These
rotations augment the knowledge gained through the other learning
activities. During the advanced rotations, the trainee, where
applicable, engages in a clinical research project and may
function as Acting director of a section of the clinical laboratory
with the accompanying responsibilities.
Conferences: A series of conferences are
designed to integrate knowledge in laboratory medicine and
medical pathophysiology:
- Weekly Clinical Chemistry seminars
and journal clubs (discussion series).
 These
cover the physiology, pathophysiology, analytical and biochemical
aspects of testing using an organ-system approach. These
sessions are provided by faculty members, advanced fellows,
or invited faculty from other departments as appropriate.
The current literature is also discussed.
- Bi-Monthly case presentations (rounds).
These alternate and complement the seminars above, centering
around a case discussion of laboratory data pertinent to
the care of the patient. Rounds are presented by the Clinical
Chemistry Fellows and Residents in Laboratory Medicine.
- Bi-Monthly Pathology Research Conferences
presented by Faculty, Invited-Lecturers, and advanced Residents
and Fellows.
- Weekly, hour-long, Beeper Report (on-call)
sessions (presented by individual on-call) and also Clinical Chemistry method development sessions are held to discuss
real-time problem-solving issues in both medical and analytical
categories thus integrating the practice of laboratory medicine.
- Various other conferences held in the
Medical School (medicine grand rounds, journal clubs, etc.)
are available to the trainee.
Research:  Research
is an integral part of the program. Trainees are expected
to actively participate in both basic research projects as
well as in developmental and clinical types of research.
On-Call Duties and Consultations: Clinical
consultation is another important part of the training program.
The Clinical Chemistry Laboratory offers an active consult
service to aid in selecting tests, interpreting test results,
determining whether unusual values are correct, resolving
administrative matters or technical problems, etc. Clinical Chemistry Fellows and Pathology Residents are on-call (beeper)
on a rotating basis to cover these responsibilities.  This
on-call program is intended to provide clinical service to
the hospital physicians, staff, and medical technologists,
teaching as well as learning opportunity for the fellows,
and chances for interaction between fellows and clinical residents
and staff. Participation in medical rounds, presentation at
the beeper reports, and possible publication and follow-up
of a selected number of calls are some of the benefits of
the on-call system. These individuals also represent the clinical
laboratories during the Department of Medicine morning reports.
Administration: Administrative training
is an important part of the Clinical Chemistry Fellowship
Program. During advanced rotations, the Fellows are assigned
as Acting directors of specific areas in the clinical laboratory.
They work closely with the supervisors in coordinating all
aspects of those sections, including reporting of laboratory
results, QC administration, proficiency testing, and budgeting
matters related to cost analysis and personnel scheduling.
Teaching: The trainee is involved in presentation
of conferences during rounds, teaching of pathology residents
during rotations in Clinical Chemistry and teaching of technologists
during in-service sessions.
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Application
Info
CCFP
Brochure
Contact:
Roland
Valdes, Jr., PhD
Program Director
Please address
correspondence to:
Rosemary J.
Williams
Administrative Assistant
rogram Coordinator
MDR Bldg, Rm 208
501 S Floyd St,
Louisville, KY 40202
Tel: (502) 852-1772
Email: rvaldes@louisville.edu
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