Clinical Training & Consultation for Providers

Clinical Consultation

The Pacific AIDS Education and Training Center at USC offers a clinical consultation program targeted to providers and clinics throughout Southern California. PAETC clinical faculty who are experienced in managing patients with HIV disease conduct this program. Kathleen Jacobson, M.D. serves as our primary clinical consultant for providers serving populations outside the Los Angeles area and for providers who see a moderate volume of patients with HIV diseases. Lesley Carmichael, D.O. and Peter Katsufrakis, M.D. also serve as clinical consultants, primarily in clinics in Los Angeles.

Clinical Training Program

An intensive mini-residency/preceptorship is offered on a weekly basis for primary care practitioners, physician assistants and nurse practitioners wishing to gain experience in the area of HIV management. The program is also appropriate for advanced clinicians planning to work directly in the area of HIV medical care.

Clinical instruction is provided in the context of direct hands-on patient care. During the clinical rotations, trainees see patients under the supervision of an experienced practitioner. Also included is the opportunity to review patient records and to conduct a self-assessment of HIV educational needs.

Cost

Training and educational materials are supported through a federal grant from the Health Resources and Services Administration, and thus there is normally no cost to U.S. trainees.

CME

Continuing medical education credit is offered. Because of direct patient interaction, California State medical licensure is required, along with proof of malpractice insurance and HIPPA certification. Out of state and international applicants without licenses will be considered for participation as an observer.

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