Medical Microbiology Foundations of Discipline and Core of Discipline (PGY-2 to PGY-5 years)
Years two to four of the training Program encompasses the components of the Foundations of Discipline and Core of Discipline stages of CBD.
The second year is the first year of core microbiology training, however ongoing clinical exposure is provided to maintain the trainee's understanding of the role of the Microbiology laboratory in clinical medicine. The majority of time will be spent in the Microbiology laboratory. Trainees will rotate through and spend ample time in Bacteriology, Mycobacteriology, Mycology, Molecular and Serology sections of the laboratory. Clinical rotations will include Adult and Pediatric Infectious Disease Consult services. The formal Quality and Laboratory Management longitudinal curriculum will also begin. Towards the end of the year there will be dedicated research and elective time. The resident is however encouraged to engage in research and related activities earlier. They are required to start coverage of the Microbiology Service after hours.
During the PGY-3 to 4 years and the beginning of PGY5 year the core microbiology training continues, and trainees gradually assume a more senior role and responsibilities in the laboratory and other rotations. They will lead laboratory quality initiatives, validations etc. and attend various Laboratory and Hospital Committee Meetings. Parasitology training is at Public Health Ontario Laboratories. Quality and Laboratory Management longitudinal curriculum will continue, and residents are expected to complete quality improvement projects in the laboratory. There are requirements for Clinical Rotations however in addition to Infectious Disease Consult Service, these will also include Infection Control, Antimicrobial Stewardship and Public Health. The opportunity for electives and research blocks is incorporated throughout the years as well. A longitudinal clinic will also add to the trainees’ clinical experience and give them an appreciation for longitudinal care of patients. The clinics that residents can participate in are General Infectious Disease, HIV, Travel and Tropical Medicine, Mycobacteria, Hepatitis, and Sexual Health.
PMedical Microbiology Transition to Practice (PGY-5 year):
The final year of training encompasses the final components of Core of Discipline and Transition to Practice stages of CBD.
The final year of training is planned to provide further experience in microbiology and the trainee accepts a greater level of responsibility to finally perform at the level of a Junior Attending Medical Microbiologist. The final year is flexible and can be planned to take the needs and interests of the resident into account. Dedicated research experience is strongly encouraged this year although research projects are expected at all levels of training.
