Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Neurosurgery Residency at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai is recognized for its robust training, extensive patient care, and research opportunities. It prepares residents for careers in neurosurgery within a comprehensive curriculum across three major hospitals, ensuring exposure to diverse surgical experiences. The program promotes research initiatives alongside clinical training, emphasizing a commitment to developing future leaders in the field.
Specialty Competitive Score:
Extremely Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurosurgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Neurosurgery Residency Program does not explicitly mention being IMG-friendly, but as a nationally recognized leader with a diverse range of residents and notable NIH-funded research opportunities, it may support international medical graduates (IMGs). There is an absence of explicit statements around IMG requirements or acceptance rates. However, there are no known barriers that would discourage IMG applications such as ECFMG certification or visa sponsorships mentioned.
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Program Website
Address
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai, One Gustave L. Levy Place, Box 1136, New York, NY 10029
Program Director
Raj Shrivastava, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
PGY-1 MD
The current resident roster does not specify the number of PGY-1 MD residents. Data is likely reflective of the current academic year but remains unclear within the text.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Residents are vital members of our dynamic health care team, delivering compassionate patient care while advancing medicine through unrivaled education, research, and outreach in the many communities we serve. We provide residents exposure to one of the largest caseloads in New York City across all neurosurgical subspecialties, including endovascular, peripheral nerve, and functional neurosurgery, while utilizing the latest technologies and minimally invasive techniques.
Application
To apply for the Neurosurgery Residency Program, students should visit the 'How to Apply' section, which contains detailed application procedures. Specific deadlines and interview information are not provided in the extracted text.
# of Locations
Three locations: The Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai West, and NYC Health+Hospitals/Elmhurst.
Fellowship
The residency program prepares graduates for various subspecialties, though no specific fellowship opportunities are detailed in the provided text. However, it emphasizes engagement in NIH-funded research, potentially leading to career paths in academia or specialized clinical roles, although this is broadly inferred rather than explicitly mentioned.
Resident Life
Overview
The Neurosurgery Residency Program at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai combines patient care, research, and educational training to prepare the world’s future neurosurgeons.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
Duration varies, generally around 5 to 7 years depending on specific residency requirements.
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Alumni
Alumni from the Neurosurgery Residency Program have pursued careers in various areas, including academic positions and private practice. Further details on specific fellowships or institutions where alumni work are not included in the text.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
The vacation policy is not detailed in the extracted text. Residents are encouraged to refer to the official guidelines for information regarding leave and vacation days.