Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The General Surgery Residency Program at Weill Cornell Medicine and NewYork-Presbyterian focuses on training exceptionally skilled surgeons capable of providing top-tier surgical care. The program is noted for its comprehensive clinical training across a variety of surgical disciplines and aims to produce future leaders in the field of academic surgery. Residents receive extensive didactic education, simulation training and are encouraged to engage in significant research activities. This program offers extensive exposure to surgical oncology through partnerships with leading institutions, enhancing the educational experience of the surgical residents.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program's website does not explicitly mention details regarding International Medical Graduates (IMG) applicants. It is important for prospective applicants to check for other indicators such as the acceptance of ECFMG certification, visa sponsorship options (H1-B, J-1), and current IMG representation within the residency program.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
Not specified, but it is the General Surgery Residency program which typically has categorical positions. No information about prelim residents, rural, categorical or otherwise is given in the text.
Program Website
Address
525 E 68th St, New York, NY 10065, USA
Program Director
Fabrizio Michelassi, MD, FACS
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Current Residents
Overview
The General Surgery Residency Program consists of a diverse group of residents with a strong focus on providing high-level clinical training and education. However, specific data regarding the total number of current residents is not mentioned in the provided information.
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PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Residents undergo a broad exposure to all areas of general surgery, with didactic instruction provided through departmental and interdepartmental teaching conferences. A robust simulation program has been integrated into the training, along with opportunities for lab work for those without significant prior research experience, which resident must complete within a two-year period.
Application
Information regarding the application process can be found under 'Applying to Our Program.' Unfortunately, specific deadlines and requirements are not detailed in the text.
# of Locations
NewYork-Presbyterian serves as the primary teaching facility, with additional experiences at Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center and Jamaica Hospital.
Fellowship
The General Surgery Residency Program at Weill Cornell Medicine offers various fellowship opportunities including Advanced Gastrointestinal and Minimally Invasive Surgery, Burn Surgery, Colon and Rectal Surgery, Endocrine Surgery, Surgical Critical Care, and Vascular Surgery. Graduates have pursued subspecialties in these areas, often at renowned institutions like Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center.
Resident Life
Overview
The General Surgery program at Weill Cornell Medicine aims to train exceptionally qualified surgeons who can provide state-of-the-art, compassionate patient care. It emphasizes both technical skill and a solid grounding in the basic sciences of surgery, along with a focus on education and the production of leaders in academic surgery.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The general surgery residency typically spans five years.
Housing
Specific housing options or support are not detailed in the provided information.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Details regarding benefits and salary can be found at the link provided in the text, specifically under 'Benefits and Salary'.
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