Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Emergency Medicine Residency program at Merit Health Wesley, located in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, is a four-year program dedicated to training future leaders in emergency medicine. With a commitment to excellence and a family-friendly environment, the program accepts six residents each year. The curriculum includes a variety of rotations across different specialties, ensuring residents acquire comprehensive skills and knowledge. The program also emphasizes the importance of community involvement and patient care excellence, aligning with the mission of "Loving God, Serving Others, Excelling in Healthcare."
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Program Details
Specialty
Emergency Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The emergency medicine residency program at Merit Health Wesley is explicitly focused on the training of emergency medicine residents, with no direct mention of IMG (International Medical Graduates) acceptance or related eligibility criteria. However, information regarding specific IMG-friendly policies is not provided, leaving the status of IMG applications unclear. It may be beneficial to inquire directly with the program about their stance on IMG candidates and visa sponsorship options.
Categorical Positions
6
Categorical Positions (detail)
Six residents each year total of 24 when filled
Program Website
Address
5001 Hardy St, Hattiesburg, MS 39402
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster indicates there are 6 PGY-1 MD residents enrolled in this program.
PGY-1 MD
There are currently 6 PGY-1 MD residents enrolled in the emergency medicine residency program for the academic year.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program provides residents with the tools, skills, empathy, and knowledge needed to practice in any emergency department of their choosing. The residency program strives to continuously improve its training facilities and academic curriculum to achieve excellence in patient care, incorporating the mission statement: “Loving God, serving others, excelling in healthcare.”
Application
The residency application process includes an Application Process page. However, specific deadlines and detailed requirements are not included in the provided text, further details should be obtained from the program's website.
# of Locations
Residents will work in multiple clinic and hospital locations across Merit Health Wesley facilities.
Fellowship
The residency program at Merit Health Wesley does not provide explicit information on fellowship opportunities or post-residency career paths for residents. It emphasizes the training and development of graduates who are equipped to practice in any emergency department but lacks details regarding subspecialties or affiliated institutions for possible fellowship training.
Resident Life
Overview
Merit Health Wesley's emergency medicine residency program is dedicated to excellence in the training of emergency medicine residents. It is a four-year program, which accepts six residents each year for a total of 24 when filled. The program boasts synergy with and extensive involvement from attending physicians, all while being based in a family-friendly city environment.
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# of Years of Program
This residency is typically discussed in terms of four years, starting from PGY-1 to PGY-4.
Housing
No specific information about housing options or support is mentioned in the text; further investigation into the program's website is necessary.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
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PGY-1 Salary
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