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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