Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Internal Medicine Residency Program at Bridgeport Hospital, part of the Yale New Haven Health system, boasts over 50 years of training in internal medicine. The program has strong ties to Yale University and emphasizes a collegial spirit among residents and faculty. With a commitment to training skilled physicians, the program offers a comprehensive three-year training experience, preparing residents for careers in Internal Medicine and subspecialties. The majority of graduates continue their scholarly activities and many achieve high board exam pass rates.
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program accepts both U.S. and international medical graduates. Visa sponsorship is available for both J1 and H1-B visas. USMLE Step III must be cleared before entering the Match for H1-B sponsorship, otherwise, only a J-1 visa is offered. There are no exceptions to this rule, which indicates a program that is accommodating towards IMGs.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
Currently training 42 residents and 12 fellows (Cardiology, Interventional Cardiology, Gastroenterology, Geriatrics and Pulmonary).
Program Website
Address
267 Grant Street, Bridgeport, CT 06610
Program Director
Armand Wolff, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster includes a diverse group, with a focus on training 42 residents in the Internal Medicine department. Specific counts for the number of PGY-1 residents and their educational backgrounds, however, are not explicitly detailed in the provided information.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes a broad array of didactic and patient-care experiences spread over three years, preparing residents for careers in Internal Medicine or subspecialty fellowships. The program features various conferences, morning reports, clinical rounds, and work and teaching rounds throughout the week.
Application
To apply to the program through ERAS, applicants must have USMLE scores over 230 (first attempt) in each step and must meet at least one of several criteria including prior residency training, significant U.S. clinical experience, or relevant advanced degrees. Applicants need to submit at least 3 clinical Letters of Recommendation. The program accepts both U.S. and international medical graduates and sponsors J1 and H1-B visas. Visa applications are sent immediately after match results are out in early March. H1-B visa requires USMLE Step III to be cleared before entering the Match, or J-1 visas may be offered if results are unavailable.
# of Locations
Residents will work at several locations within the Yale New Haven Health system, including Bridgeport Hospital and its related multispecialty facilities.
Fellowship
Recent graduates from the program have been accepted to various fellowships such as Interventional Cardiology, Pulmonary and Critical Care at notable institutions like Massachusetts General Hospital, Brigham and Women's Hospital, Yale University, Columbia University, Johns Hopkins, the Mayo Clinic, Cleveland Clinic, and the University of Pennsylvania among others.
Resident Life
Overview
Bridgeport Hospital has been training internists for more than 50 years and is closely tied to Yale University School of Medicine. The program emphasizes training humane and skilled physicians in various specialties, with a large faculty committed to helping trainees reach their potential.
On Call Schedule
This schedule holds true for the floor teams. The schedules are different for the Medical ICU service and could be different on the Intermediate Care Step-down Unit (ICA).
# of Years of Program
The program lasts for three years, focusing on the training and development of residents in Internal Medicine.
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Alumni
Alumni of the program have pursued a variety of careers, including fellowships and academic positions at institutions such as Massachusetts General Hospital, Johns Hopkins, and the Mayo Clinic. Notable alumni include specialists in fields such as cardiology, pulmonary, hematology-oncology, and gastroenterology, among others. Fellowships and positions are commonly found in esteemed institutions across the U.S. and internationally.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The hospital has seven General Internal Medicine units. More than 200 members of the hospital’s medical staff are Internal Medicine specialists or subspecialists. New physicians in the hospital’s robust Internal Medicine residency and fellowship programs train with many of these highly-skilled, experienced attending physicians.
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