Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Loma Linda University General Surgery Residency program is dedicated to developing surgical leaders by recruiting, developing, and retaining faculty and trainees. It emphasizes the values of compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork, and wholeness, fostering a supportive environment for residents with diverse backgrounds, including international medical graduates.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
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Categorical Positions
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Program Website
Address
11175 Campus St., Loma Linda, CA
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Current Residents
Overview
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Curriculum is likely structured to align with the funded areas and objectives while considering individual resident needs, with multiple opportunities for hands-on experience and mentorship.
Application
Application and interview processes are available through the Graduate Medical Education website with important dates announced within that context. Specific deadlines and additional materials should be checked with program coordinators or the official website for updates.
# of Locations
Residents will work at various clinic and hospital locations including Loma Linda University Medical Center, VA Loma Linda, Riverside University Health System, Arrowhead Regional Medical Center, and Malamulo Hospital in Malawi.
Fellowship
The program offers various fellowship opportunities and support for research and education, including resources aimed at helping residents develop their careers after residency. The specific fellowships were not detailed in the text.
Resident Life
Overview
The Department of Surgery is committed to developing surgical leaders by recruiting, developing, and retaining faculty and trainees using the framework of Loma Linda University Health’s values of compassion, excellence, humility, integrity, justice, teamwork, and wholeness.
On Call Schedule
Details for call schedules available under administrative section
# of Years of Program
The program typically spans 5 years, covering comprehensive surgical training, rotations in various specialties, and includes opportunities for research and leadership development.
Housing
The residency program offers various housing options, including partner housing and stipends for residents, aimed at reducing living costs. Residents are provided with information on nearby accommodations that are accessible and convenient to the hospital.
Alumni
Alumni of the program have gone on to pursue diverse career paths, including various fellowships and positions in academia and private practice. Common fellowships include subspecialties in surgical fields, and many alumni work at institutions across the United States and internationally.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
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PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Each resident is allocated four weeks of paid vacation annually. Unused vacation does not carry over to the following year. Requests for time off should be made in advance to ensure proper coverage of duties.