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Creighton University School of Medicine (Phoenix) Program

Phoenix, Arizona

Emergency Medicine

Specialty

Program Overview

Summary of Residency Program

Creighton University School of Medicine-Phoenix provides a comprehensive medical education through its residency and fellowship programs, emphasizing advanced medical training in collaboration with Dignity Health St. Joseph’s Hospital and Valleywise Health. The residency training is supported by a diverse patient population and a strong commitment to compassionate, patient-centered care, preparing the next generation of physicians with a robust blend of rigorous coursework and hands-on experience.

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Program Details

Specialty

Emergency Medicine

IMG Friendly (Y/N)

Yes

IMG Friendly (detail)

The Creighton University School of Medicine-Phoenix residency programs accept a diverse cohort of residents with a focus on building a collaborative and supportive environment. While specific numbers or rates for IMG acceptance are not mentioned directly, the programs attract some of the best graduates from medical schools around the world, indicating an IMG-friendly approach. The residency programs, therefore, appear to welcome applicants from international medical backgrounds through competitive recruitment processes.

Categorical Positions

Categorical Positions (detail)

26 categorical and 7 preliminary positions for Internal Medicine; 16 positions for Emergency Medicine; 8 positions for Family Medicine; 9 positions for Obstetrics and Gynecology; 2 positions for Podiatry; 7 positions for Psychiatry; 8 positions for Diagnostic Radiology; 8 categorical and 12 preliminary positions for Surgery.

Program Website

Address

2500 California Plaza, Omaha, NE 68178

Program Director

Daniel Castellanos, MD

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Current Residents

Overview

Creighton University School of Medicine-Phoenix's residency program includes a diverse group of residents, reflecting a commitment to fostering an environment of collaboration, compassion, and excellence in patient care. Specific details regarding the current number of MD or DO residents were not provided in the extracted text.

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Curriculum & Education

Overview

The Emergency Medicine residency is a three-year program with ACGME accreditation, while the Family Medicine residency is also three years. Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, and Podiatry residencies span three years, whereas the Surgery residency lasts five years. There are fellowships available in various specialties, some lasting two or three years, while others are one year or non-ACGME accredited. The program emphasizes rigorous coursework, hands-on learning, collaboration, and the development of competent physicians.

Application

Applicants can find the application process, deadlines, and interview dates for residency programs through the admissions section, where details may be further outlined on specific pages like 'Find Your Application' and 'Dates and Deadlines.'

# of Locations

Two primary clinical sites: Dignity Health St. Joseph's Hospital and Valleywise Health Medical Center, with additional locations for specific residencies and fellowships.

Fellowship

The fellowship programs associated with Creighton University School of Medicine-Phoenix encompass a wide range of specialties. Each fellowship has specific goals and objectives tailored to train physicians for careers in their respective fields. Notable fellowship programs include Cardiovascular Disease, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and Gastroenterology, among others, and each aims to prepare physicians for clinical excellence, research, and leadership roles.

Resident Life

Overview

Creighton University Arizona Health Education Alliance residency and fellowship programs in Phoenix represent the best and brightest.

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# of Years of Program

Residency programs typically last between three to five years, depending on the specialty, with fellowships ranging from one to three years.

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Alumni

Creighton University alumni have pursued a variety of fellowships and academic positions post-graduation; specific fields or institutions are not detailed within the provided text but generally span across various medical specialties.

Salary & Benefits

Benefits Overview

Benefits include advanced medical education, scholarly activity, and training programs that are patient-centered and focus on compassionate care.

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