Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Internal Medicine Residency Program at Nassau University Medical Center is dedicated to training future leaders in internal medicine through a superior academic environment filled with diverse clinical and research opportunities. The program employs a unique 4+1 block system for residency, allowing balanced inpatient and outpatient experiences, and affording significant hands-on clinical practice with patients in various settings. Residents benefit from a strong faculty and a vibrant peer cohort in an environment rich in support and education.
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program welcomes International Medical Graduates (IMGs) as indicated by affiliations with institutions that have a diverse residency team, and the description emphasizes an optimal teaching environment for a wide range of applicants. However, specific details on IMG acceptance rates or visa sponsorship weren't found in the text.
Categorical Positions
26
Categorical Positions (detail)
92 ACGME Approved positions: PGY1: 40 (26 Categorical/14 Preliminary), PGY2: 26 Categorical Residents, PGY3: 26 Categorical Residents, Chief Residents: 4 PGY4 Residents.
Program Website
Address
2201 Hempstead Turnpike, East Meadow, NY 11554
Program Director
Prachi Anand, MD, FACP
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Current Residents
Overview
The residency program admits a total of 40 PGY-1 residents, divided into 26 categorical and 14 preliminary residents. The training content is comprehensive, with substantial emphasis on high-quality education and diverse training opportunities in internal medicine.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes a challenging and comprehensive training program that divides the year into 10, five-week blocks, incorporating the '4 + 1 system' for inpatient and outpatient responsibilities, alongside various rotations in specialized areas of medicine such as Geriatrics, Electives, and more.
Application
The application process for the residency program includes submission of application materials, specific deadlines are currently not mentioned in the provided text. It is advisable to check the Residency & Fellowship Programs section for detailed instructions and dates.
# of Locations
NuHealth is a clinical campus of SUNY at Stony Brook and has major affiliations with multiple medical colleges, providing exposure in various clinical settings.
Fellowship
The training prepares residents for various careers in both academic medicine and clinical practice, and emphasizes readiness for highly competitive academic fellowships. Specific fellowship programs were discussed, indicating opportunities in various internal medicine subspecialties.
Resident Life
Overview
The residency program offers a comprehensive training in a superior academic environment, focusing on developing the future leaders of internal medicine with diverse clinical and research opportunities.
On Call Schedule
The program incorporates a '4 + 1 system' for non-conflicting inpatient and outpatient responsibilities. The year is divided into 10, five-week blocks; the first four weeks are devoted to wards, electives or ICU/ER rotations, and the last week is assigned to ambulatory clinics.
# of Years of Program
The program is typically completed in three years (PGY-1 through PGY-3).
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
A challenging and comprehensive training program, diverse pathology foundation, continuity clinic blocks, social activities, excellent location in Long Island.
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