Tracks
Our program offers several specialized tracks to allow our residents to focus on particular interests during their residency.
Point of care Ultra Sound (POCUS) Track
The Point of care Ultra Sound (POCUS) is offered as an NRMP Match option #1722140C4.
Designed to provide residents with skills relevant to the care of inpatient now and in the future. Applicants accepted into this track will have the opportunity to obtain certification in inpatient ultrasound through a combination of formal coursework, development of an ultrasound portfolio, and successful completion of an ultrasound examination.
Opportunities for electives in Teaching Skills, Hospital Medicine, Advanced Airway Management, and Consult Medicine will further enhance preparedness for careers in Hospital Medicine, academics, and other inpatient-oriented specialties. Residents that complete the course receive the Point-of-Care Ultrasound Certificate of Completion by CHEST.
Advanced HIV Medicine Skills (AHMS) Track
Residents may choose the Advanced HIV Medicine Skills (AHMS) Track after the main match.
This track is designed to provide residents with skills in the management of HIV+ patients in both the inpatient and outpatient settings. Applicants selected for this track will be expected to complete the online National HIV Curriculum funded by the Health Resources and Services Administration.
Residents will have the opportunity to rotate on an HIV inpatient service and in outpatient ID/HIV clinics (space permitting).
Ambulatory Track
Residents may opt into the Ambulatory Track at the end of their PGY2 year.
In their final year of training, our residents have the option of choosing the Ambulatory Track. This is an opportunity for all those interested in primary care or outpatient-based specialties.
Residents spend time in continuity clinics, Texas Diabetes Institute and Primary Care Mental Health Clinics. Residents also learn focused Musculoskeletal Medicine and Dermatology for the primary care physician.
Health Equity Track
The Co-Directors for the Health Equity Track intend to draw on our residents’ passion for service and change. The structure of the track will balance residents’ other personal, educational, clinical, and research interests. Applicants who enroll in this 24-month program will begin at the start of their PGY2 year. The track includes (1) a core didactic curriculum, (2) experiential learning and service opportunities, including required activities during plus-one weeks and elective rotations, and (3) a capstone project.
Clinician Educator Track
This is a multidisciplinary track designed for residents and fellows who have an interest in improving their own skills as educators.
Participants in this track attend monthly seminars sponsored by the Office of Graduate Medical Education. These are offered at different days/times in the month to maximize participation. Expert educators at UT Health San Antonio share their knowledge in these interactive sessions.