Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The General Surgery Residency at MaineHealth is designed to equip residents with the skills needed for general surgery practice or further specialization. The program emphasizes a collaborative learning environment and personal mentorship, allowing residents to thrive in both clinical and academic settings. Its affiliation with significant medical and educational institutions ensures that residents receive comprehensive training in a supportive environment, all while enjoying the vibrant atmosphere of Portland, Maine.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The text did not provide specific information regarding IMG applicants or eligibility for International Graduates. There was no mention of International Medical Graduates, IMG acceptance rate, or details on ECFMG certification or visa sponsorship. Therefore, the program may not clearly be defined as IMG-friendly based on the available information.
Categorical Positions
6
Categorical Positions (detail)
The program has received ACGME approval for an expansion from 4 to 6 categorical residents per year, with 6 residents recruited through the NRMP match to start in July of 2024. There will also be a separate rural focus position, leading to 6 total positions (5 general surgery and 1 rural).
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Program Director
Jaswin Sawhney MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently has 6 PGY-1 residents enrolled, highlighting its recent expansion from 4 to 6 residents per year, effective in 2024. In addition, the program includes a focus on both urban and rural surgical practice, with one of the new positions being a rural-focused residency.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The residency program provides a broad range of general surgery experiences, including emergency general surgery, elective general surgery, colorectal surgery, bariatric surgery, surgical critical care, trauma surgery, vascular surgery, and pediatric surgery. Teaching is conducted by attending surgeons, with residents gaining early autonomy and hands-on experience in a high-volume clinical setting. Research tracks and a rural focus position are also included in the program design.
Application
Appointments are made at the PGY-1 level only through the National Resident Matching Program. In addition to the 6 categorical general surgery residents, there are two preliminary positions for urology that spend 6 months on general surgery, one is a designated preliminary position for interventional radiology, and an integrated vascular surgery residency that spends approximately 18 months on general surgery rotations across their first 3 years.
# of Locations
MaineHealth Maine Medical Center in Portland and MaineHealth Pen Bay Hospital in Rockport, ME.
Fellowship
MaineHealth Maine Medical Center provides opportunities for residents to engage in various research tracks focused on education, leadership, and informatics. The program highlights the involvement of Tufts Maine Track students and the MaineHealth Institute for Research. However, specific fellowship positions post-residency were not detailed in the provided text.
Resident Life
Overview
MaineHealth provides a comprehensive learning experience that prepares residents for practice in general surgery or further subspecialty training. The program emphasizes personal and professional balance, exceptional patient care, and outstanding surgical education, fostering a dynamic learning environment where academic rigor meets compassionate, patient-centered care.
On Call Schedule
Night float residents work from 5:30 pm until 6 am Sunday through Friday. Night float averages 1 month in 4 until the chief year. Chiefs do not participate in night float. There is a Saturday day call team, a Saturday night call team and a Sunday day call team. Residents not on night float take call 2 weekends out of the month.
# of Years of Program
5 years (PGY-1 to PGY-5 with a potential rural focus during PGY-1 to PGY-4 and completion at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center in PGY-5).
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Alumni
Graduates from the Maine Medical Center Surgical Residency have chosen various career paths, reflecting a broad range of specialties and institutions. Some have entered advanced fellowships or academic positions, and others have pursued practices in diverse regions across the United States. Alumni testimonials highlight mentorship, strong support from colleagues, and a network that lasts beyond training.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
MaineHealth offers an extensive clinical experience, opportunities for research, early autonomy, a supportive environment with a low resident-to-attending ratio, and the option for a rural focus.
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