Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Urology Residency Program at Duke University focuses on training world-class urologic surgeons through a balance of patient care, teaching, and research. The residency encompasses various sub-specialties, including oncology, male infertility, pediatric urology, and minimally invasive surgery, among others. The program aims to prepare residents to excel as complete urologists, equipping them with the necessary skills to thrive in their careers or pursue further training. Current residents are actively engaged in clinical and research interests, highlighting the vibrant training environment at Duke.
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Program Details
Specialty
Urology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
Duke Urology Residency program appears to be IMG-friendly based on the information presented, including the fact that it prepares residents for various career paths and offers training opportunities relevant to international medical graduates. However, explicit mention of IMG acceptance or statistics was not found in the provided text, requiring further research for confirmation.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
The program currently enrolls residents but specific numbers for categorical or preliminary residents are not provided.
Program Website
Address
40 Duke Medicine Cir, Room 1557, Durham, NC 27710
Program Director
Kesha Tisdel
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Current Residents
Overview
Duke Urology Residency program hosts current residents who enhance their clinical and research skills, involving themselves in diverse interests outside of the hospital, and they form a close-knit community in Durham, North Carolina. Further specifics on the number of current residents were not provided.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
Training consists of teaching, independent responsibility, and learning through observation, direct supervision, and hands-on experience, with a focus on various urologic sub-specialties.
Application
In-Person Interviews are on November 20, 2024, and December 13, 2024. Open House on September 5, 2024, from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Registration is required using a .edu email address.
# of Locations
Residents will experience training at multiple locations associated with the Duke University Medical Center.
Fellowship
The program emphasizes the pursuit of further training as a subspecialist or surgeon-scientist, with a mention of a Urology Surgeon–Scientist Research Year during PGY3 that is dedicated to research experiences and learning under experienced mentors. Specific fellowship opportunities were not detailed, but residents are prepared for subspecialty training.
Resident Life
Overview
Duke University Urology Residency is unique for its comprehensive training that balances patient care, teaching, and research across various sub-specialties in urology.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The residency program typically lasts for five years, providing a robust experience across different urologic practices.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Hotel accommodations for in-person interviews, virtual open house, and opportunities for research experiences during residency.
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