Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
Welcome to the Mount Sinai General Surgery Residency Program at Mount Sinai Hospital in New York, NY. The residency is composed of a diverse group of individuals across the country, united in taking great care of patients and each other, and is designed to provide an exceptional education in general surgery. The program emphasizes a rigorous hands-on training experience and the development of skills necessary to succeed in a surgical career, providing access to a range of healthcare learning opportunities.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Mount Sinai General Surgery Residency Program does not explicitly mention information regarding IMG acceptance rates or criteria for IMG applicants. However, there is no specific mention of restrictions on IMG applicants in the overview, which suggests an IMG-friendly environment. Additionally, the program does accept ECFMG certification, indicating a willingness to consider international graduates.
Categorical Positions
12
Categorical Positions (detail)
12 categorical residents per year, 10 designated preliminary and 11 non-designated preliminary residents per year
Program Website
Address
5 E 98th St, 15th Fl, New York, NY 10029
Program Director
Catalina Gonzalez
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Current Residents
Overview
The program has a total of 82 residents, with 12 categorical residents per year in each PGY level, 10 designated preliminary residents, and 11 non-designated preliminary residents. The diversity in residents enhances collaborative learning and patient care.
PGY-1 MD
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PGY-1 DO
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PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Rotation sites include: Mount Sinai Morningside, Mount Sinai West, Mount Sinai Downtown, Mount Sinai Queens, Elmhurst Hospital.
Application
The application process for the Mount Sinai General Surgery Residency involves registration through ERAS and the NRMP system, which opens in September for applicant submission. The program will hold four in-person interview days, specifically on Saturday in November, Friday in December, Saturday in December, and Friday in January (the last being a virtual interview) for the class of 2029. Full details will be provided to all chosen applicants.
# of Locations
5
Fellowship
The program offers a robust fellowship pathway for residents, with opportunities available in various subspecialties. After completing residency, graduates are well-prepared to pursue fellowships in areas such as surgical oncology, transplant surgery, and minimally invasive surgery, continuing their training at respected institutions affiliated with Mount Sinai Hospital.
Resident Life
Overview
The residency is made up of a diverse group of individuals across the country, with unique backgrounds and interests, united in taking great care of patients and each other.
On Call Schedule
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Alumni
Alumni of the Mount Sinai General Surgery Residency program have pursued various fellowships and positions in academic and private practice settings. They have typically transitioned into roles such as surgical specialists in different subspecialties and have landed positions in reputable institutions across the U.S. and internationally, including academic hospitals and private practices predominantly in urban areas.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Information about facilities, alumni support and more provided to interested students.
PGY-1 Salary
PGY-1 residents at Mount Sinai General Surgery Residency receive an annual stipend of $80,000. Additionally, the program provides support for educational activities.
Vacation
PGY-1 residents are allocated a total of 4 weeks (or 20 business days) of paid time off (PTO) annually. The policy allows for some unused vacation time to be carried over into the next year, although there are specific guidelines and processes for requesting time off that residents must follow.