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Cooper Medical School of Rowan University/Cooper University Hospital Program

Camden, New Jersey

Emergency Medicine

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Program Overview

Summary of Residency Program

The Emergency Medicine Residency at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University is a three-year program designed to provide comprehensive training in a dynamic environment. The program boasts a diverse and supportive learning atmosphere, led by over 50 board-certified faculty members. Residents engage in a structured curriculum that includes clinical instruction and hands-on training, preparing them for future roles as competent emergency physicians and academicians. Graduates are equipped to handle high-pressure situations and provide exceptional care to a diverse patient population, with opportunities for fellowships in various subspecialties after graduation.

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Program Details

Specialty

Emergency Medicine

IMG Friendly (Y/N)

No

IMG Friendly (detail)

The Emergency Medicine Residency at Cooper Medical School does not explicitly mention details regarding its IMG-friendliness in the provided text. There are no mentions of 'International Medical Graduates,' 'IMG applicants,' 'Eligibility for International Graduates,' or related terms. However, since the program accepts graduates from various medical schools, it can be inferred that they may consider IMG applicants, although specific details on acceptance rates or requirements are not stated.

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Program Website

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Cooper University Hospital Department of Emergency Medicine, Education & Research Building, Second Floor, 401 Haddon Avenue, Camden, NJ 08103, United States

Program Director

Tara Cassidy-Smith, MD, FAAEM

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Current Residents

Overview

The total number of current residents in the Emergency Medicine Residency program is not specified in the text. However, it highlights the diverse training environment and the experiences residents gain through various rotations and exposure to a broad range of pathologies due to the high volume of cases.

PGY-1 MD

PGY-1 DO

PGY-1 IMG

Curriculum & Education

Overview

Cooper residents attend 5.5 hours per week of conference. The core curriculum is taught over an 18-month period in monthly modules. Each module is devoted to a core content area; e.g. trauma, critical care, or infectious disease. Residents receive protection from clinical duties during conferences and the majority of the curriculum is taught by Cooper EM faculty. The core curriculum is taught in both a traditional lecture-based setting and using the new, non-traditional 'flipped classroom' method. In the past several years, Cooper has embraced innovative instruction through the use and development of podcasts, directed reading assignments, and the expansion of our asynchronous content.

Application

The application process for the Emergency Medicine Residency at Cooper includes submitting an application via ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service). Applicants need to provide USMLE scores, a personal statement, and recommendation letters. The application deadline is typically in mid-November. Interviews usually take place between December and January, and selected candidates will be notified in early January.

# of Locations

three urgent care centers located in suburban areas of New Jersey and the Emergency Department at Virtua Mount Holly Hospital.

Fellowship

Graduates of the Cooper EM residency have successfully obtained competitive positions in both community and academic settings, with many proceeding to fellowships in various areas such as medical education, informatics, emergency medical services (EMS), pediatric EM, ultrasound, toxicology, sports medicine, disaster medicine, geriatric EM, palliative care, global health, and critical care. This showcases a strong support for post-residency career advancement through fellowship opportunities.

Resident Life

Overview

The Emergency Medicine Residency at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and Cooper University Hospital is a three-year program full of dynamic, high-energy, and friendly individuals with a wide range of academic interests and a strong sense of family.

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# of Years of Program

3

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Alumni

After completing the program, graduates of the Emergency Medicine Residency at Cooper often pursue fellowships in various subspecialties including medical education, informatics, EMS, pediatric EM, and critical care. Many alumni also secure positions in both community and academic settings throughout the United States.

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