Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
Memorial Health University Medical Center (MHUMC) is a 612-bed hospital in Savannah, Georgia, recognized as the regional referral center for a variety of specialized medical services including heart care, cancer care, trauma care, and high-risk pregnancies. Being home to a Level 1 trauma center and the only children's hospital in the region, it provides robust training programs for over 150 residents and fellows in several accredited residency and fellowship programs.
Specialty Competitive Score:
Low Competition
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Program Details
Specialty
Pediatrics
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program does not specifically mention its IMG friendliness, however, it does offer services like ECFMG certification acceptance and supports residents for visa sponsorship (H1-B, J-1) which may indicate some level of IMG acceptance.
Categorical Positions
10
Categorical Positions (detail)
Over 150 residents and fellows in 8 ACGME accredited residency and fellowship programs
Program Website
Address
4700 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404
Program Director
Dr. Nora L. Walker
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently hosts approximately 25 residents across various specialties, with a specific focus on providing comprehensive training and hands-on experience. The residents circulate through diverse medical fields such as internal medicine, pediatrics, and obstetrics/gynecology, fostering a well-rounded educational experience.
PGY-1 MD
10 (estimated, current academic year)
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
5 (current PGY-1 residents are taken into consideration as IMGs based on past associated residency statistics)
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The medical education program at MHUMC provides training for over 150 residents and fellows across 8 ACGME accredited residency and fellowship programs, including family medicine, internal medicine, obstetrics and gynecology, pediatrics, surgery, and diagnostic radiology.
Application
Memorial Health University Medical Center has a robust GME training for over 150 residents and fellows in 8 ACGME accredited residency and fellowship programs. The programs include Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Radiology, Surgery and others. Specific application dates are not mentioned, but potential candidates should check the GME website for details on opening dates, requirements, and other application materials.
# of Locations
MHUMC operates primarily in Savannah, GA but treats patients from 35 counties, indicating multiple service locations.
Fellowship
Memorial Health University Medical Center offers various fellowship opportunities through its residency programs including Family Medicine Obstetrics Fellowship, Internal Medicine, and several others. Additionally, it provides extensive training for residents in diagnostics, radiology, family medicine, among others
Resident Life
Overview
Memorial Health University Medical Center (MHUMC) is a 612-bed hospital in Savannah, Georgia, and the most advanced healthcare provider in the region, serving 35 counties across southeast Georgia and southern South Carolina. The hospital includes the region's only Level 1 trauma center and children's hospital, with a campus home to Mercer University School of Medicine.
On Call Schedule
24/7 on-call availability for residents in different fields, specific responsibilities may vary per specialty
# of Years of Program
The length of residency programs at MHUMC varies, typically ranging from 3 to 7 years based on the specialty.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Full-service hospital, specialized training in various specialties, state-of-the-art facilities, mentorship by experienced physicians.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation