Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
Garnet Health Medical Center offers a four-year ACGME approved Neurology Residency Program that provides a supportive and collegial training environment with a focus on intensive Neuroscience education. The program is committed to diversity, equity, and inclusion, ensuring a collaborative setting for residents. The curriculum offers diverse clinical experiences across various specialties, preparing residents for future practice and leadership in neurology. The program also boasts state-of-the-art facilities and a partnership with Touro College of Osteopathic Medicine, enhancing the educational experience for all trainees.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program requires a minimum of six months of U.S. clinical experience for international medical graduates (IMGs) working directly with patients. Notably, they do not currently sponsor visas (H-1 or J-1), which may impact IMG applicants. However, they do evaluate each application individually, which can be beneficial for interested IMG candidates. There is no explicit mention of an IMG acceptance rate, nor are observerships or externships offered.
Categorical Positions
12
Categorical Positions (detail)
12 approved resident positions
Program Website
Address
Garnet Health Medical Center, Middletown, NY
Program Director
Carmen Torres
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Current Residents
Overview
Currently, the Neurology Residency Program has 12 approved resident positions, including 6 PGY-1 residents, with at least one identified as an international medical graduate. The residents come from diverse educational backgrounds, contributing to the program's rich learning environment.
PGY-1 MD
6
PGY-1 DO
0
PGY-1 IMG
1
Curriculum & Education
Overview
PGY 1: Internal Medicine Inpatient, Critical Care, Emergency Department, Pediatrics, Neurology Inpatient Consult service, Neurology Inpatient/Stroke. PGY 2: Neurology Inpatient Consult service, Neurology Inpatient/Stroke, Neurology Outpatient, Sleep Medicine, Neurophysiology, Neuroradiology, Interventional Radiology, Elective. PGY 3: Neurology Inpatient Consult service, Neurology Inpatient/Stroke, Neurology Outpatient, Neurosurgery, Neuro-oncology, Psychiatry, Electroencephalogram, Neuromuscular, Pediatric Neurology. PGY 4: Neurology Inpatient Consult service, Neurology Inpatient/Stroke, Neurology Outpatient, Rehabilitation, Research, Neurology Critical Care, Elective.
Application
Applications accepted through ERAS only. No minimum score requirements, but USMLE Steps 1 & 2 preferred on first attempt. Three Letters of Recommendation required, with one recommended from Neurology faculty. International graduates need six months of US clinical experience. The program does not sponsor visas or offer observerships/externships.
# of Locations
Clinic locations include Middletown, Harris, and Callicoon, NY.
Fellowship
The Neurology Residency Program at Garnet Health Medical Center emphasizes intensive Neuroscience education and aims to prepare residents for all subspecialties of clinical neurology. However, specific fellowship opportunities or post-residency plans were not detailed in the provided text. For further career development options, residents can utilize support and resources offered through the program and its affiliated institutions.
Resident Life
Overview
Garnet Health Medical Center offers a supportive and collegial training environment in a high volume and high acuity setting to educate new generations of physicians. Committed to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
4 years
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Alumni
The Neurology Residency Program is proud of its alumni who have gone on to successful careers in various fields within neurology. Many have pursued fellowships in sub-specialties such as Neuro-Oncology, Neurophysiology, and Epilepsy. Alumni have taken up positions in academic institutions, private practices, and hospitals across the United States.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
PGY-1: $65,700, PGY-2: $68,590, PGY-3: $76,545, PGY-4: $80,372. Annually, Residents receive an education allowance and a meal stipend. Residents receive 20 business days per year. Medical, Dental, Vision Plans, Malpractice Insurance, iPads are given to all incoming Residents.
PGY-1 Salary
65700
Vacation
Residents receive 20 business days of paid time off annually. Unused vacation days are typically not carried over into the next year, and requests for time off must follow program policies.