Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Department of Emergency Medicine at the Medical College of Georgia aims to provide high-quality emergency and urgent care to patients, engaging in cutting-edge research and training. The department serves the Augusta University and Children’s Hospital of Georgia and emphasizes excellence in clinical care. They also focus on education, research, and operational support in emergency medical care.
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Program Details
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Emergency Medicine
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Program Website
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1120 15th Street, Augusta, GA 30912
Program Director
Heather Hopkins
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Current Residents
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum focuses on education, research, and practical training in emergency medical care, emphasizing collaboration with faculty and involvement in clinical research. Residents engage in a fast-paced environment, learning life-saving procedures and working closely with Emergency Medicine Physicians. Each resident will have the opportunity to collaborate on research initiatives within the Medical College of Georgia.
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# of Locations
Residents will work at various locations including Augusta University and Children’s Hospital of Georgia, providing access to diverse clinical experiences.
Fellowship
The program highlights an affiliation with the United States Army that allows for clinical opportunities beyond the Medical College of Georgia. Further information about specific fellowship offerings is not detailed in the text provided.
Resident Life
Overview
The Department of Emergency Medicine at the Medical College of Georgia serves the people of Georgia through our missions of education, research, and excellence in clinical care. Our goals are to provide the highest quality emergency and urgent medical care to our patients within the setting of cutting-edge research, training, and education. This high level of service is provided to both adults and children in the Augusta University and Children’s Hospital of Georgia emergency departments. The department is a national leader in operational medicine and a pioneer in developing novel solutions to improve patient triage, tracking and flow, and staffing to maximize efficiency and economy.
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# of Years of Program
The residency program typically lasts for 3 years, during which residents receive comprehensive training in emergency medicine, including hands-on clinical practice, research opportunities, and exposure to various emergency scenarios.
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