Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Neurosurgery Residency at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center is a prestigious program established in 1947. Affiliated with the Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, it is distinguished by its state-of-the-art facilities and commitment to training the next generation of neurosurgeons. The program offers broad exposure to neurosurgery, emphasizing research and independent practice, and equips residents with the necessary skills to excel in both academic and private settings.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurosurgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The document does not mention specific details regarding the acceptance of International Medical Graduates (IMG) or the acceptance rate for IMG applicants. There is no mention of visa sponsorship or ECFMG certification, nor is there an indication of the current number of IMG residents in the program.
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Program Website
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Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756
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Current Residents
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program has a 7-year curriculum designed to expose residents to the full breadth of neurosurgery, along with ample support for investigative work. Residents are expected to be involved in at least one research project per year and have broad exposure to neurological surgery, with the opportunity for fellowship training.
Application
To apply for the Neurosurgery Residency program at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, candidates must use the ERAS application system. Deadlines for application submission are typically in the fall prior to the desired residency start date. Specific details regarding the exact application deadlines, required materials, and interview dates are available on the program's official webpage.
# of Locations
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center and associated clinics provide a referral resource for subspecialty expertise across all areas of neurosurgery.
Fellowship
The program seeks to ensure that residents who wish to pursue subspecialty fellowship training will be competitive for fellowship programs of their choice. It emphasizes that a research foundation for an academic career is vital, encouraging residents to be involved in at least one research project per year. However, no specific fellowships or post-graduation plans are explicitly outlined in the document.
Resident Life
Overview
The Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center neurosurgical residency program has been an approved training program since its inception in 1947 and is located at the nation's fourth-oldest medical school, Geisel School of Medicine at Dartmouth, providing state-of-the-art facilities in a New England university setting.
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# of Years of Program
7 years
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Alumni
Graduates of the Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center Neurosurgery Residency have gone on to practice in various settings, including academic and private practice. Many alumni have pursued fellowships in subspecialties of neurosurgery, and some have held leadership positions in organized neurosurgery. There is a tendency for alumni to remain engaged with the program, contributing to the training of current residents and participating in research initiatives.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The program offers state-of-the-art facilities, advanced training, and educational opportunities including involvement in at least one research project per year.
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