Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Obstetrics-Gynecology residency program at the Detroit Medical Center is a four-year program associated with Wayne State University. With ten residency positions each year, it is among the largest OB/GYN training programs in the nation. The program focuses on providing comprehensive women's healthcare and incorporates extensive clinical training at the DMC Hutzel Women’s Hospital as well as collaboration with research organizations. The program emphasizes innovative patient care, education, and research, with opportunities for residents to further their careers in various accredited fellowships including Gynecologic Oncology and Maternal-Fetal Medicine.
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Program Details
Specialty
OB/GYN
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The DMC/Wayne State University Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program does not explicitly state its IMG-friendliness. However, the program draws strength from the diversity and expertise of the Wayne State University faculty, which indicates a welcoming environment. Further details about international medical graduates' representation or policies regarding ECFMG certification or visa sponsorship were not found, therefore, it remains unclear if the program actively encourages IMG applicants.
Categorical Positions
10
Categorical Positions (detail)
10 residency positions per year
Program Website
Address
Hutzel Women’s Hospital, 3990 John R Street, MB 165, Detroit, MI 48201
Program Director
Satinder Kaur, MD, MHA
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Current Residents
Overview
The exact number of current residents in the program is not specified in the provided text, but it mentions that the program accommodates ten residency positions per year, suggesting a small cohort of residents with diverse backgrounds and training experiences.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Clinical training primarily takes place at DMC Hutzel Women’s Hospital in Detroit, offering a broad range of services that address every healthcare phase of a woman’s experience, from reproductive care through the childbearing and post-menopausal years.
Application
To apply for the DMC/Wayne State University School of Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program, interested applicants should follow the instructions on the program's 'How to Apply' page, which includes details about application materials, deadlines, and interview dates. Specific information can be found in the application section of their website.
# of Locations
Primarily at DMC Hutzel Women's Hospital, with affiliations including the Perinatology Research Branch of the Eunice Kennedy Shriver National Institute of Child Health and Human Development and the C. S. Mott Center for Human Growth and Development.
Fellowship
The Department of Obstetrics & Gynecology offers accredited fellowship programs in Gynecologic Oncology and Maternal-Fetal Medicine, as well as a combined Maternal-Fetal Medicine and Medical Genetics Training Program.
Resident Life
Overview
The DMC/Wayne State University School of Medicine Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program is a four-year program approved for ten residency positions per year, making it one of the largest OB/GYN training programs in the nation.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
4 years
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Alumni
The alumni of the program have pursued various paths, including fellowships in Gynecologic Oncology and Maternal-Fetal Medicine, with some graduates attaining academic positions while others join private practices in diverse geographical regions after completion of their training.
Salary & Benefits
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PGY-1 Salary
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