Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Residency Training in General Psychiatry at Harvard Medical School prepares residents with an intensive and comprehensive approach that integrates clinical, educational, and research opportunities. With a commitment to didactics, supervision, and evidence-based practices, this program nurtures a diverse group of professionals ready to engage with the complexities of modern psychiatry. Residents experience training across various settings, including inpatient and outpatient services, emphasizing collaboration and inclusion. The program also offers specialized fellowships, ensuring graduates are well-equipped for diverse career paths in psychiatry.
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Program Details
Specialty
Psychiatry
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The website does not provide any specific information regarding the acceptance of International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in the residency program. However, the extensive training offered in a reputable institution like Harvard may be indicative of a welcoming environment for a diverse array of applicants. It does not mention IMG acceptance rate or specific criteria, but factors such as the rigorous training and diverse patient population suggest an inclusive application process.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
8 residents per year
Program Website
Address
Department of Psychiatry, Harvard Medical School, 2 West, Room 305, 401 Park Drive, Boston, MA 02215
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster consists of a total of 8 PGY-1 MD residents enrolled in the program. The training is described as sophisticated and challenging, preparing them for various roles within the psychiatric field. There is no mention of PGY-1 DO residents currently in the program.
PGY-1 MD
8
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
We have a strong commitment to didactics (with a full day of protected time starting in PGY1 and extending through PGY4) and close supervision throughout the residency, from biological psychiatry to various modalities of psychotherapy and public sector and global mental health. Our psychotherapy curriculum comprises cognitive-behavioral, psychodynamic and supportive therapies, group and family therapy, and DBT. Our biological curriculum includes neuroscience, neuropsychiatry, and psychopharmacology.
Application
The Harvard Psychiatry residency training programs use the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) from the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) for applications to our programs. Visit the ERAS residency application site. The application process includes links for additional information on Psychiatry Residency Training Application.
# of Locations
5
Fellowship
The residency program includes opportunities for specialized training through various fellowships. Graduates are well-equipped to pursue careers in different subspecialties, engaging with numerous affiliated institutions to enhance their professional development.
Resident Life
Overview
The Department's five psychiatric residencies are among the most respected programs in the United States, attracting the nation's top applicants.
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# of Years of Program
4
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Alumni
Graduates of Harvard Psychiatry training programs are fully equipped for the practice of modern psychiatry integrating traditional modalities with state-of-the-art treatment strategies.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The residency program emphasizes a bio-psycho-social-cultural approach, training in a community mental health system, with a strong commitment to didactics, close supervision, and a diverse training setting.
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