Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Urology Residency Program at Columbia University is a renowned six-year program designed for future leaders in urology, focused on delivering exceptional patient care, research, and fellowship training. With a curriculum highlighting diversity and innovation, residents receive comprehensive training in adult and pediatric urology through direct mentorship and hands-on experience in various urology departments. Graduates are expected to proficiently perform surgical procedures and assess a wide range of urologic conditions with the opportunity to engage in notable research projects, ensuring readiness for competitive fellowships and specialist careers.
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Moderate Competition
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Program Details
Specialty
Urology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Department of Urology residency program at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and Columbia University is implied to be IMG-friendly given its emphasis on diversity among its residents and the acceptance of applications through ERAS. Although specific mention of IMGs in the provided text is lacking, residency programs that highlight diversity often include a mix of international medical graduates. Additionally, further research could identify the exact IMG acceptance rate and specific criteria for international graduates.
Categorical Positions
3
Categorical Positions (detail)
Three residents per year; the program became a six-year program starting from the 2005 applicants.
Program Website
Address
630 West 168th Street, New York, NY 10032, United States
Program Director
Christopher B Anderson, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The residency program accepts three new residents each year, aiming to foster a diverse and skilled group of individuals who are committed to excellence in the field of urology.
PGY-1 MD
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PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program includes several locations where residents gain experience at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital/Columbia University Irving Medical Center, Morgan Stanley Children's Hospital, The Allen Hospital, James J. Peters Bronx VA Medical Center, and Lawrence Hospital. The first year consists of various general surgery rotations, and subsequent years focus on urology training, including both clinical years and research opportunities.
Application
Columbia Urology accepts applications through ERAS and participates in the American Urological Association Urology Residency Match.
# of Locations
Five
Fellowship
The program offers a comprehensive six-year training that includes research opportunities, with recent graduates pursuing fellowships in prestigious institutions such as NCI and UCLA, among others. This indicates a strong post-residency career development focus and opportunities for specialized training in various aspects of urology.
Resident Life
Overview
The Department of Urology residency program at NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital and Columbia University Irving Medical Center is one of the oldest and most accomplished Urology programs in the nation.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
Six
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Alumni
Many of our residents pursue careers in academic urology and have gone on to competitive fellowship programs at the NCI, UCLA, University of Indiana, Memorial Sloan Kettering Cancer Center, the Children's Hospital of Philadelphia, the Boston Children's Hospital, the University of Michigan, Sick Children's in Toronto, M.D. Anderson, North Shore-LIJ Health System, and Columbia University.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Columbia Urology values diversity amongst faculty and housestaff and is committed to fostering an inclusive and respectful working environment.
PGY-1 Salary
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