International Emergency Medicine & Public Health Fellow

Description

Program Overview

The Johns Hopkins International Emergency Medicine & Public Health Fellowship provides specialized training for emergency physicians aiming to become leaders in global health. This fellowship equips participants with expertise in disease surveillance, emergency response, health systems strengthening, and public health practice. Through a combination of academic training, mentorship, and extensive fieldwork, fellows develop essential skills in teaching, research, clinical practice, and implementation science with a focus on addressing health disparities in low-resource settings.

Fellowship Director : Dr. Bhakti Hansoti

Core Responsibilities

• Public Health Training : Complete a Master of Public Health (MPH) degree through the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health, with tailored guidance on elective course selection to suit specific interests.
• Field Experiences : Engage in diverse fieldwork assignments such as education, research, service delivery, and rotations at partner organizations, including WHO, tailored to the fellow's interests.
• Research and Project Development : Design and conduct a primary research project in International Emergency Medicine or Public Health under expert mentorship, leading to submission for publication and presentation at conferences.
• Academic and Clinical Teaching : Serve as teaching faculty in the Emergency Department, delivering lectures, developing educational materials, and mentoring medical students and residents with a focus on global health.
• Emergency Medicine Clinical Practice : Provide clinical care at Howard County General Hospital in the first year and Johns Hopkins Bayview in the second year, gaining practical skills in the application of emergency medicine in academic and low-resource settings.
• Networking and Professional Development : Participate in a junior faculty development program and engage in collaborative opportunities with global health practitioners, policymakers, and researchers.

Program Objectives

Fellows will gain proficiency in:

1. Delivering emergency care in complex, low-resource settings.
2. Understanding ethical and cultural considerations in international health.
3. Conducting implementation science research with a focus on emergency care needs in low-resource environments.
4. Developing and evaluating acute care interventions, with a focus on sustainability and capacity building.
5. Establishing a career specialization within International Emergency Medicine and Public Health.

Program Benefits

• Access to comprehensive academic resources and mentorship within the Johns Hopkins community.
• Opportunities to pursue fieldwork with international health organizations.
• Development of research, teaching, and clinical skills essential for leadership roles in global health.
• Networking and collaboration with leading experts in International Emergency Medicine, Public Health, and Implementation Science.

This fellowship offers a unique pathway for emergency physicians to excel in global health, address health disparities, and make impactful contributions to emergency care and public health systems worldwide.

Qualifications

Qualifications

• Board Eligibility : Must be board-eligible in Emergency Medicine.
• Educational Background : Applicants must hold an MD or equivalent and have completed an accredited Emergency Medicine residency.
• Clinical Appointment Eligibility : Acceptance for a faculty appointment within the JHU Department of Emergency Medicine.
• MPH Program Eligibility : Acceptance into the Johns Hopkins Bloomberg School of Public Health MPH program.
• Skills and Competencies :
• Strong foundational knowledge in emergency medicine and public health.
• Demonstrated interest in global health, particularly in emergency care and public health practice.
• Prior research experience or a background in implementation science is beneficial.
• Capacity to engage effectively in cross-cultural settings and international collaborations.
• Strong interpersonal, communication, and teaching skills.