Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The MaineHealth Maine Medical Center Pediatric Residency Program offers a comprehensive education and diverse pediatric training experiences. It serves as a tertiary care hospital for children in Maine and Southern New Hampshire, providing advanced care and clinical training. The program emphasizes preventive care, child advocacy, and a strong commitment to diversity and inclusion in its patient population and training environment. Residents engage in both outpatient and inpatient experiences, working closely with faculty to deliver high-quality care.
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Program Details
Specialty
Pediatrics
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program does not explicitly mention policies for International Medical Graduates (IMG), but it does provide an exceptional education for residents. It is recommended to check specific eligibility criteria and the application process regarding IMG acceptance or options for ECFMG certification and visa sponsorship.
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Program Website
Address
22 Bramhall Street P1A #1233, Portland, ME 04102
Program Director
Laura Schroeder, MD; Pam Dietz, MD; Amy Buczkowski, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The residency program emphasizes a family-like atmosphere among the residents with a strong commitment to support and collaborative learning. Residents engage in diverse pediatric cases and various clinical environments, from urban care settings to rural healthcare.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
Our residency program offers comprehensive training designed to provide an excellent foundation in general pediatrics, balanced with critical care and sub-specialty experiences, allowing residents to develop unique rotation experiences that meet their future needs.
Application
The Pediatric Residency Program's application process includes completing the online application through ERAS. Applications are typically accepted from September 15 to November 15. Interviews are scheduled to take place in early December. Applicants must submit a personal statement, three letters of recommendation, and their medical school transcript as part of their application.
# of Locations
MaineHealth Maine Medical Center serves as the primary hospital for the pediatric residency, offering both inpatient and ambulatory experiences across various affiliated practices.
Fellowship
The program prepares graduates for a diverse range of careers in pediatrics either in general pediatrics or with options for fellowship training. The program mentions training directed towards both paths but does not specify any affiliated institutions for fellowship training.
Resident Life
Overview
Our Pediatric Residency Program provides an exceptional education with a breadth of experience typically found only in large centers.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
3 years
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Alumni
Alumni of the Pediatric Residency Program often pursue fellowships in pediatric subspecialties such as pediatric cardiology, pediatric emergency medicine, and neonatology. Many alumni have transitioned into academic positions, practicing in university settings, while others have chosen to enter private practice. Geographic distribution of alumni spans various regions, notably in the Northeast, aligning with the program's roots.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Comprehensive training in general pediatrics, emphasis on preventive care, critical care and sub-specialty experiences, strong faculty commitment.
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