Clinical Skills:

During the training program the resident:

1. Interprets plain and contrast x-rays, fluoroscopy, CT scans, and MRI of the diaphragm;
   
   
2. Performs operative repair of acquired diaphragmatic abnormalities and provides preoperative and postoperative care;
   
   
3. Reconstructs defects of the diaphragm;
   
   
4. Performs diagnostic studies of the diaphragm (e.g., pneumoperitoneum, direct incisional and excisional biopsy, video assisted thoracoscopic surgery);
   
   
5. Performs diaphragmatic mobilization for exposure of the spine and aorta;
   
   
6. Performs operative removal of diaphragmatic tumors;
   
   
7. Inserts permanent diaphragmatic pacemakers.