Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Surgery Residency Program at Memorial Health University Medical Center is a comprehensive five-year categorical program designed to equip residents with the essential surgical skills and judgment required for a successful career as a general surgeon. It offers numerous hands-on experiences across various surgical specialties, including trauma, surgical oncology, and minimally invasive techniques. With a focus on developing the next generation of physician leaders, the program emphasizes a culture of learning and collaboration within a supportive environment that promotes resident success.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program did not explicitly mention its friendliness towards International Medical Graduates (IMGs), but it indicated involvement in a major medical education program that trains residents, which may imply some degree of acceptance of IMGs. The lack of specific keywords related to IMGs or their acceptance rates makes the IMG friendliness unclear.
Categorical Positions
25
Categorical Positions (detail)
5 categorical positions available per year, total of 25 categorical residents in the five-year program.
Program Website
Address
4700 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404
Program Director
Oliver C. Whipple, MD, FACS, FASMBS
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Current Residents
Overview
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The residency program is a five-year surgical residency that offers enhanced curriculum in hepatobiliary surgery, endovascular surgery, and advanced minimally invasive surgical techniques. It includes use of technology and minimally invasive surgery education, didactic lectures, and surgical simulation.
Application
The ERAS number for the residency program is 4401231084. For NRMP, it is 1971440C0. Applications can be submitted as per the ERAS guidelines with specific deadlines available at the AAMC website.
# of Locations
1
Fellowship
The Surgery Residency Program at Memorial Health offers residents the opportunity to pursue fellowships or advanced training in various specialties after completing their residency. However, the text doesn’t specify particular fellowship opportunities or any affiliations in this context.
Resident Life
Overview
Memorial Health University Medical Center offers a unique Surgery Residency Program in Savannah, GA, which includes specialized training in various surgical sub-specialties and a good balance of hands-on clinical experience and academic learning.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
5
Housing
Information about housing options and support specific to the residency program is not provided, thus cannot be summarized.
Alumni
The graduates of the program commonly pursue various fellowships or positions after completing their residency. Opportunities may include fellowships in subspecialties such as surgery, trauma, or oncology, with alumni practicing in academic medicine, private practice, or further specialization at renowned institutions across the U.S.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Comprehensive healthcare training, individualized learning opportunities, access to advanced surgical techniques, and participation in medical school teaching.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation