AMBULATORY BLOCK
The overarching goals are as stated in training overview.
This month will focus on Early Childhood and the pediatrician's
role in Community-Based Health Education.
Early Childhood:
By the end of this month pediatric residents will:
• understand the importance of early childhood support in
optimizing child and family health.
• learn about the benefits of breastfeeding and be able
to support a family who chooses to do so.
• learn about community-based program and federal entitlements
that support families of young children.
• learn how the home environment and the family’s
culture has an impact on a child’s health and well being.
Sites visited:
- Fort
George Community Enrichment Center: Head Start Program
- Healthy Families
Washington Heights Program (+Home Visit w/ Caseworker)
- Riverdale Lactation Center
- WIC
Community-Based Health Education:
This month is an opportunity for residents to develop
their skills as health educators in community settings.
Sites visited:
- Union
Settlement (Early Childhood Education)
Community Health Talks to:
