Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Inova Neurosurgical Residency Program is a seven-year comprehensive training in neurological surgery, fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). Located in the Washington, DC metro area, it provides residents with exposure to a wide range of neurosurgical procedures and technologies. Under the leadership of Program Director Dr. James Leiphart, the program emphasizes optimal academic and social experiences for all participants, promoting innovation and commitment in the field of neurosurgery.
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Extremely Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurosurgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Inova Neurosurgical Residency Program is possibly IMG-friendly as it does not explicitly state restrictions against International Medical Graduates, but further details on eligibility for IMG applicants need to be verified directly from relevant sections such as 'Eligibility Criteria' or any mention of ECFMG certification and visa sponsorship. Visitors and potential candidates can explore their requirements further through the program's official website.
Categorical Positions
2
Categorical Positions (detail)
Program Website
Address
8095 Innovation Park Drive, Fairfax, VA 22031
Program Director
James Leiphart, MD, PhD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current cohort consists of 2 MD residents in their first year (PGY-1), comprising a diverse group with experience in neurosurgery. Additionally, there is 1 PGY-1 resident who is an International Medical Graduate.
PGY-1 MD
2
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
1
Curriculum & Education
Overview
This is a comprehensive, seven-year program, fully accredited by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), which provides each resident with thorough grounding in Neurological Surgery as a clinical, surgical, and research discipline.
Application
The Inova Neurosurgical Residency Program is a comprehensive, seven-year program fully accredited by the Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). Residents can find application guidelines, eligibility requirements, and ERAS information on the program's site, accessible under 'Program Information'.
# of Locations
Inova Fairfax Hospital, the #1 ranked hospital in the Washington, DC metro region, and several other facilities.
Fellowship
The residency program likely offers diverse fellowship opportunities, especially in neurological surgery subspecialties and possibly affiliated institutions. However, exact information on post-graduation plans or fellowship placements of recent graduates should be reviewed on the program's dedicated fellowship or career development pages.
Resident Life
Overview
Access to World-Class Facilities and Physicians.
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# of Years of Program
7 years
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Access to world-class facilities and physicians, with a strong emphasis on academic and social experiences.
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