Department
Medical Examiner
Requested Action (Identify appropriate Action or Motion, purpose, cost, timeframe, etc.)
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Request approval to renew an existing contract on behalf of the Fulton County Office of the Medical Examiner and the Emory University School of Medicine to provide clinical education experiences for students enrolled in, or visiting students participating in, a rotation with the Medical School’s M.D. Degree; and authorizing the County Attorney to make any necessary modifications thereto prior to execution. The County is not required to pay any compensation. Effective upon approval for five (5) years. (APPROVED)
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Requirement for Board Action (Cite specific Board policy, statute or code requirement)
In accordance with O.C.G.A. § 36-10-1, requests for approval of contractual agreements shall be forwarded to the Board of Commissioners for approval.
Strategic Priority Area related to this item (If yes, note strategic priority area below)
Justice and Safety
Commission Districts Affected
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Is this a purchasing item?
No
Summary & Background The Medical Examiner's Office desires to collaborate with the Emory University School of Medicine to provide training for medical students, residents, and fellows in the Medical Examiner's Office, which will include clinical education experiences for students participating in a rotation with the school’s M.D. Degree.
Scope of Work: The purpose of this Agreement is to provide clinical education experiences at the Medical Examiner’s office (“Facility”) for students who are enrolled in, or visiting students participating in a rotation with, School’s M.D. Degree. The Facility shall appoint a qualified Facility employee who will be responsible for coordinating and supervising the Education Experiences of the Students at Facility. The Facility will retain responsibility for the care of patients and will maintain sole administrative and professional supervision of Students insofar as their presence and Education Experiences affect the operation of Facility and its care, direct and indirect, of patients. Facility will provide adequate clinical facilities for Students in accordance with the clinical objectives developed through cooperative planning by School faculty and Facility staff. Facility shall permit Students to use the facilities and resources of the Facility when available, such as libraries, lounges, conference rooms, and audio-visual and other teaching equipment, consistent with the policies and procedures of the Facility.
Community Impact: N/A
Department Recommendation: Emory University School of Medicine
Project Implications: N/A
Community Issues/Concerns: N/A
Department Issues/Concerns: N/A