Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Surgery Residency Program at the Boston University Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine/Boston Medical Center provides a comprehensive training experience for residents. It is committed to a holistic review process for applicants, valuing both medical education and diverse experiences. The program considers applications from international medical graduates, provided they are ECFMG certified. Interview dates are set, and the program reserves slots for military applicants. For those interested in applying, all application materials should be submitted through the ERAS system, with a special emphasis on personal statements that reflect an interest in surgery and contributions to the community.
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Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program accepts applications from LCME-accredited medical schools or equivalent international medical schools. Foreign graduates must be ECFMG certified to be considered. This implies that the program is IMG-friendly as it specifically mentions acceptance of international medical school graduates.
Categorical Positions
6
Categorical Positions (detail)
6 categorical residency slots, with one reserved for a military member.
Program Website
Address
Chobanian & Avedisian School of Medicine, 720 Harrison Ave, Boston, MA 02118, USA
Program Director
Lana Ketlere
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Current Residents
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PGY-1 MD
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PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Applications are reviewed holistically, with research experience and extracurricular activities being valued. Personal statements should explain what attracts the candidate to the program. Selected interview dates are provided for both general and military applicants.
Application
Applicants interested in the Surgery Residency Program must apply through the Electronic Residency Matching Service (ERAS). Applications will be considered complete with the following documentation: ERAS application, USMLE scores (Step 1 & Step 2 CK), personal statement (explaining what attracts the applicant to the program and their contributions), medical school transcript, three letters of recommendation, and a Dean’s letter. Applications are reviewed holistically, valuing research experience and extracurricular activities. Interview dates are as follows: Friday, Oct. 25, 2024; Wednesday, Nov. 6, 2024; Monday, Nov. 18, 2024; Thursday, Dec. 5, 2024; and Tuesday, Dec. 17, 2024. Military applicants have a separate application process.
# of Locations
Residents work at Boston Medical Center and other locations as required by the curriculum and training needs.
Fellowship
Resident Life
Overview
The residency program reserves one of its six categorical slots for a military applicant. Interested military applicants need to send their CV, personal statement, and unofficial transcript to the residency program coordinator by September 1, 2024.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The residency program usually takes five years to complete, with specific lengths of training dependent on specialty.
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