Critical Care

Question 1

What is the certification requirement for Critical Care?

Answer 1

• 3 year internal medicine residency
• Board certified in internal medicine
• 1+ year fellowship in critical care medicine
• Written and Oral exam in sub specialty through American board of Internal Medicine

Question 2

What is the certification requirement for Pediatric Critical Care?

Answer 2

• 3 year residency in pediatrics
• Board certified in pediatrics
• 1+ year fellowship in critical care medicine
• Written and Oral exam in sub specialty through American Board of Pediatrics

Question 3

What are some common procedures for Critical Care Physicians?

Answer 3

• Ventilator management
• Airway management
• Insertion of chest tubes
• Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS)
• Placement of balloon flotation catheters