Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Psychiatry Residency Training Program at Lakeland Regional Health is designed to nurture the next generation of leaders in psychiatry, emphasizing compassionate and respectful medical care. The curriculum includes extensive training across various specialties, including Child and Adolescent Psychiatry and Addiction Psychiatry. Residents benefit from hands-on clinical experiences within a diverse community, while engaging in ongoing research and community mental health initiatives. The program values a collegial learning environment directed by experienced faculty, enhancing both personal and professional growth.
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Program Details
Specialty
Psychiatry
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program does not explicitly mention its IMG-friendliness, but it doesn't state any restrictions regarding ECFMG certification or suggest that only U.S. graduates are eligible. It is implied that applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. and that the program is unable to sponsor employment visas.
Categorical Positions
4
Categorical Positions (detail)
4 PGY1 residents for the 2023-2024 academic year.
Program Website
Address
Lakeland Regional Health Medical Center, 1324 Lakeland Hills Blvd, Lakeland, FL 33805
Program Director
Shirley Alleyne, MBBS (MD), DFAACAP, FAPA
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Current Residents
Overview
Currently, there are 4 PGY-1 residents enrolled in the Psychiatry residency program, emphasizing a diverse and inclusive learning environment.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes multiple rotations across different psychiatric settings, including inpatient, outpatient, emergency, community, and research. It emphasizes the development of clinical skills and research capabilities with exposure to neuromodulation therapies and various subspecialties of psychiatry.
Application
We will be recruiting 4 PGY1 residents for the 2023-2024 academic year. Applicants must submit a complete application via ERAS. Residents will be chosen through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Required Supporting Documents: Curriculum vitae, Medical School Transcript, Personal Statement, Three Letters of Recommendation, USMLE/COMLEX Scores. Applicants must be authorized to work in the U.S. We are unable to sponsor or take over sponsorship of employment Visas at this time.
# of Locations
Residents will work at multiple locations including the new Behavioral Health and Wellness Center and various community settings in the Lakeland area.
Fellowship
The program provides fellowship opportunities across various specialties such as Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, Addiction Psychiatry, Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry, Emergency Psychiatry, Forensic Psychiatry, and Community Psychiatry. Recent graduates have pursued various subspecialties including Administrative Psychiatry and Forensic Psychiatry, with training provided by experienced faculty who are involved in localized behavioral health promotion initiatives.
Resident Life
Overview
The LRH psychiatry residency program offers a unique opportunity to be mentored by a diverse group of experienced faculty, providing psychiatric care in a state-of-the-art Behavioral Health and Wellness Center. Residents will be involved in various subspecialties, engaging in multiple settings and initiatives during their training.
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# of Years of Program
The residency program is typically 4 years long, including extensive training across various psychiatric fields in an interactive and supportive environment.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Fully accredited, diverse faculty, early exposure to subspecialties, involvement in research initiatives, access to a robust research department, community-based academic healthcare system, city with a lower cost of living and good quality of life.
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