| The Cancer Care Quality Training Program |
The quality of cancer care in the
U.S. is not what
it could be.
Are you ready to improve it?
The Cancer Care Quality Training Program (CCQTP) offers
pre-doctoral (2-3 years) and post-doctoral (2 years) training to clinician and
non-clinician scientists who wish to work in multidisciplinary research teams to
improve cancer care quality across the cancer care continuum.
Why train at UNC and in this program? As a CCQTP fellow, you will.....
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Gain
knowledge and skills through a specialized curriculum that involves tailored
coursework and an immersion experience in tumor board
meetings
- Acquire
hands-on research experience in multidisciplinary research teams, with
mentoring provided by experienced faculty members from diverse disciplines
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Participate
in the collaborative, productive, and multidisciplinary cancer research
community at UNC-Chapel Hill
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Develop
the professional skills and relationships you need to pursue a career in
the multidisciplinary field of cancer care quality research
- Receive
an excellent compensation package that includes a stipend and funding for
research.
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Learn more about the CCQTP program.
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The application deadline for 2011-2012 is February 1, 2011.
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For questions, contact:
Danielle Kelly
CCQTP Program Manager
Department of Health Policy and Management
1101A McGavran-Greenberg Hall
CB# 7411
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7411
danielle_kelly@unc.edu
919-966-9122
919-966-6961 (fax)
| Bryan J. Weiner, Ph.D.
CCQTP Co-Director
Department of Health Policy and Management
CB# 7411
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill
Chapel Hill, NC 27599-7411
bryan_weiner@unc.edu
919-966-7375
919-966-6961 (fax) |
The Cancer Care Quality Training Program
Student Profile
(See more profiles in the CCQTP Profile Archives)
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Ramzi Salloum
Post-Doctoral
Graduation: Summer 2013
Educational Background:
- Wayne State University- PhD, Economics (2011)
- University of South
Florida- MA, Economics (2007)
- University of South Florida- MBA (2002)
- University of South Florida- BS, Management Information Systems (2001)
Prior Work Experience:
- Wayne State University, Department of Economics. Graduate teaching
assistant and part-time faculty (2006-2011)
- Henry Ford Health System, Center
for Health Policy and Health Services Research- Research assistant (2008-2011)
- Citigroup, Global Transaction Services- Analyst (2001-2006)
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Professional Interests:
Adherence to guidelines in cancer care and associated outcomes; economics of cancer screening; comparative effectiveness research in cancer
care; teaching health economics.
Why did you choose UNC's Cancer Care Quality
Training Program (CCQTP)?
I was first drawn to this program because of its focus on cancer care
quality. I chose the CCQTP because it is a well-supported program within an
excellent school of public health. The faculty at UNC emphasizes the value of
cooperation and is truly supportive of your development as a trainee.
In one sentence, describe your experience at UNC.
The UNC/CCQTP experience has exceeded my expectations and I have no
regrets!
What has been the most valuable piece of
knowledge you have learned in the CCQTP to date?
I have gained a greater appreciation for the value of collaboration
across disciplines in cancer care research.
Why does the CCQTP format work for you?
The program gives
you the flexibility to pursue your research interests and the opportunity to
collaborate with world-class faculty members and experts from the school of
public health and the cancer center. The CCQTP is well structured; you are
expected to work with faculty mentors to identify goals and objectives early
on. This ensures your productivity and success in the program.
Describe a typical term.
Besides
collaborating on projects and manuscripts, in a typical term, you can expect
to enroll in one of the required program courses on cancer care quality
and/or an elective of your choosing, attend tumor board meetings at the UNC
Lineberger Cancer Center, participate in talks and presentations organized by
the Department of Health Policy & Management, the Gillings School of
Public Health, the Lineberger Cancer Center, and the Sheps Center for Health
Services Research. You also have the opportunity to travel to conferences to
present your work and to various workshops to further your education and
research skill sets. For example, I have recently participated in the
International Health Economics Association World Congress in Toronto, and in
the Cancer Health Policy Scholars workshop at George Washington University.
What do you like best about the CCQTP?
I love the fact that
you can devote your time to research and to your self-development as a
researcher. The CCQTP is a great transition from doctoral student to
independent researcher.
Is there anything you
would like to tell a prospective student about the CCQTP?
Apply! (I'm happy to
answer any questions you may have). |
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