Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The General Surgery Residency at Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center is a rigorous five-year ACGME accredited program located in Lebanon, New Hampshire. It aims to train competent, compassionate surgeons through a carefully supervised clinical experience. The program emphasizes technical skill development, advocacy for underserved populations, and evidence-based medical practice. Residents are engaged in research, and the small program size allows for personalized mentorship from a dedicated faculty. Despite limited fellowship opportunities, residents are expected to pursue various subspecialties post-residency, including fellowships or practice.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program does not explicitly mention acceptance of International Medical Graduates (IMGs) in its description. There is no specific information on ECFMG certification or visa sponsorship. However, the program has a strong focus on providing comprehensive training and encourages research years, which may appeal to IMG applicants. Additional details about the current resident demographics could not be determined without access to their roster.
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Categorical Positions (detail)
5-year ACGME accredited surgery program with a small size program leading to close interaction with faculty, and experiences at Concord Hospital, New London Hospital, and Veteran's Administration Medical Center. Roughly 20% of graduates enter private practice or military after completion.
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Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, One Medical Center Drive, Lebanon, NH 03756
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster details were not accessed; consequently, the specific number of residents, including PGY-1 and their backgrounds, are unknown.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The residency program includes a comprehensive educational experience monitored by a Surgical Education Committee, which focuses on improving the quality of rotations.
Application
Application process includes submitting applications through ERAS, with deadlines typically falling in mid-November. Interview dates usually occur in January and February. Additional materials may include letters of recommendation, CV, and personal statement.
# of Locations
Residents will work at multiple locations, including Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center, Concord Hospital, New London Hospital, and the Veteran's Administration Medical Center, providing diverse surgical training experiences.
Fellowship
Trainees in this program most commonly pursue fellowship training after completing general surgery training. The program states that roughly 20% of graduates enter private practice or the military following their chief year, indicating a balance between fellowship pursuits and direct practice.
Resident Life
Overview
Dartmouth Hitchcock Medical Center's General Surgery Residency is unique due to its five-year ACGME accredited program, located in rural New Hampshire, and its mission to provide high-quality care while developing compassionate surgeons in a respectful environment.
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# of Years of Program
The program is five years in length.
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Alumni
Approximately 80% of graduates pursue fellowship training, while about 20% enter private practice or military service post-graduation. Common fellowship specialties include surgical oncology and vascular surgery, with many alumni working in prominent hospitals across the United States.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Research years are strongly recommended but not mandatory. The program emphasizes quality education, advocacy for the underserved, and is dedicated to training compassionate, competent surgeons.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Residents are typically allocated 3-4 weeks of vacation time annually, with unused vacation potentially being carried over to the next year. Specific policies around time off requests may also apply.