Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Psychiatry Residency Program at Memorial Healthcare System provides comprehensive training for residents, emphasizing a collegial learning environment and diverse clinical experiences. The program has expanded rapidly since its inception in 2019 and collaborates closely with Florida Atlantic University, Florida International University, and the University of Miami. Residents benefit from hands-on training in specialized clinics and foster close relationships with faculty and staff, promoting a strong sense of community.
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Program Details
Specialty
Psychiatry
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Psychiatry Residency Program at Memorial Healthcare System welcomes International Medical Graduates as part of its residency. There is no specific mention of an IMG acceptance rate; however, the program does highlight a supportive environment for diverse trainees, suggesting IMG applicants are encouraged.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
Residents are described as being part of a small program with a focus on individual development; however, the exact number of categorical residents is not mentioned in the provided text.
Program Website
Address
Memorial Healthcare System, 3501 Johnson St, Hollywood, FL 33021
Program Director
Dr. Omair Abbasi
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Current Residents
Overview
The Psychiatry Residency currently has an unknown number of residents enrolled, including a small, collaborative group of PGY-1 MD and DO residents who bring diverse backgrounds and experiences.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The first year residents (PGY-1's) are involved in a diverse range of experiences including outpatient opportunities, inpatient rotations in adult and child psychiatry units, and exposure to various cutting-edge programs. They participate in treatment settings including the Center for Behavioral Health and the Outpatient Behavioral Health Center.
Application
The application process for the Psychiatry Residency includes: admissions applications are accepted via the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). The application deadline is typically in late November and interviews are conducted between December and March. Candidates must provide a CV, personal statement, three letters of recommendation, and USMLE scores.
# of Locations
Residents will rotate through multiple locations including Memorial Regional Hospital and Outpatient Behavioral Health Center.
Fellowship
The Psychiatry Residency Program offers various fellowships and post-graduation opportunities, focusing on training in diverse psychiatry subspecialties. Recent graduates have been known to pursue interests in community behavioral health, psychiatry education, and specialized clinics such as esketamine or MAT programs.
Resident Life
Overview
The Psychiatry Residency Program emphasizes a small program size that allows for personal investment in residents, resulting in their development into caring and well-rounded psychiatrists.
On Call Schedule
Not explicitly mentioned in the text.
# of Years of Program
The Psychiatry Residency Program typically consists of four years, with the first year focused on foundational clinical experiences.
Housing
Residents are provided with resources to assist in finding housing. The program does not specify if there are subsidized housing options or stipends available. Residents are encouraged to look for housing in the surrounding local area, which has various options nearby to the hospital.
Alumni
Alumni commonly pursue fellowships in various psychiatric subspecialties, some of which may include child and adolescent psychiatry, geriatric psychiatry, and addiction psychiatry. They also obtain academic positions or work in private practice. The program has a supportive alumni network that helps current residents navigate their career paths.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The program offers direct training in various aspects such as outpatient opportunities, medication management clinics, intensive outpatient programs, and specialized clinics (e.g., esketamine clinic, Long-Acting Therapy). Residents are also expected to engage in scholarly activity.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Residents typically receive four weeks of paid vacation per year. Unused vacation days can be carried over to the next year, but there may be restrictions on requesting time off during certain rotations or high-demand periods.