Thank you for your interest in the University of Rochester Prehospital Medicine Fellowship!

The two-year Prehospital Medicine Fellowship is administered by the Department of Emergency Medicine, Division of Prehospital Medicine, and advanced degree training is achieved through the University of Rochester.  The focus of this program is to develop physicians who will actively participate in prehospital systems and become leaders at all levels of prehospital care.  It utilizes the diversity of emergency medical services in the Monroe-Livingston region to afford the Fellow numerous opportunities to learn in both didactic and experiential forums, the essentials of physician oversight of prehospital systems.  There is a strong emphasis on academic training, including research and advanced degree opportunities.

Specific goals for the fellow include:

• A thorough understanding of all aspects of prehospital medicine, including medical direction, administrative, and clinical responsibilities
• Becoming an excellent prehospital educator
• Understanding how to develop and execute prehospital research
• Developing skills to become a national and international leader in prehospital care
• Completing an advanced degree

The Fellowship has two program tracks that in addition to the above goals, is further designed to best suit the interests and future aspirations of the fellow:

 Educational Program

            The Educational Program is designed to develop one's expertise as a prehospital educator.  This program capitalizes on our Division's oversight of regional public safety educational programs including a paramedic training program.   There is a concentration on adult learning, simulation, and education of prehospital care providers as well as emergency medicine residents and medical students. Advanced training through graduate coursework is available through the University of Rochester Warner School of Education.

 Research Program

            The Research Program is designed to capitalize on the many research and mentoring opportunities at the University of Rochester.  This program concentrates on developing the candidate to be a successful, funded, prehospital researcher.  In addition to close mentorship with experienced researchers, the Fellow will obtain advanced training in the form of a Masters of Science in Clinical Investigation through the University of Rochester. 

This website is offered to familiarize the potential Fellow with the myriad of prehospital opportunities at the University of Rochester and what they can expect while completing the program here.  I hope that you find the information helpful, encourage you to contact our office with additional questions, and look forward to your application.

Jeremy T. Cushman, MD, MS, EMT-P

Director, Prehospital Medicine Fellowship