Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The pathology residency program at Howard University Hospital is a four-year integrated Anatomic and Clinical Pathology program that prepares residents for careers in academic medicine or community practice. The program emphasizes hands-on learning, interdisciplinary conferences, and research opportunities, all within a supportive faculty environment. Located in Washington, D.C., the program benefits from a diverse setting and a small program size, fostering close collaboration between residents and staff to uphold high standards of professionalism and education.
Specialty Competitive Score:
Low Competition
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Program Details
Specialty
Pathology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program does mention J-1 visa sponsorship, which is favorable for IMG applicants. However, no specific statistics or detailed criteria for IMG acceptance are provided.
Categorical Positions
8
Categorical Positions (detail)
First year positions: 2. Total positions: 8.
Program Website
Address
520 W St., NW., Washington, D.C. 20059
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Current Residents
Overview
The current program has 2 first-year residents, indicating a small resident body that promotes strong mentorship and educational opportunities.
PGY-1 MD
2
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum consists of didactic lectures, slide conferences, interdisciplinary conferences, hands-on learning, and research opportunities.
Application
Application process details such as deadlines and materials are not available in the text. It mentions a 'How To Apply' section in the sidebar, which may contain relevant information.
# of Locations
1
Fellowship
The program offers opportunities for residents to enter academic medicine, independent practice, or community practice, with elite fellowship acceptance. Specific fellowships or post-graduation plans are not detailed in the text.
Resident Life
Overview
Small program size, accredited by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), located in Washington, D.C., elite fellowship acceptance, and diversity of residents make the residency program unique.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
4
Housing
Alumni
Details regarding alumni and their career paths post-graduation are not specified in the text provided.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
High quality resident Teaching conferences, Optional (1) month Research elective, Annual education allowance, Free parking, $1000 Board review course allowance.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation