Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Pathology and Laboratory Medicine residency at Weill Cornell Medicine is a four-year ACGME-accredited program offering training in anatomic pathology, laboratory medicine, or both. This comprehensive training prepares residents for careers in academia, subspecialty practice, and modern general pathology. The program emphasizes individualized educational experiences, clinical exposure, and research opportunities, fostering a collegial environment in collaboration with leading faculty.
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Program Details
Specialty
Pathology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program accepts foreign medical graduates but mandates possession of a valid ECFMG certificate and sponsorship of J1 visas. This indicates a level of IMG friendliness, although specific acceptance rates or current IMG resident numbers aren't disclosed.
Categorical Positions
23
Categorical Positions (detail)
23 pathology residency positions.
Program Website
Address
525 E. 68th Street, Room C302, New York, NY 10065
Program Director
Steven Salvatore, M.D.
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Current Residents
Overview
The program includes 23 pathology residency positions, allowing a diverse cohort of residents to engage in various subspecialties under expert faculty guidance. Details on specific year distributions or current ongoing recruitments are not directly provided.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum is tailored to each resident's career goals to prepare them for an academic career in pathology, the subspecialty practice of pathology, or the practice of modern general pathology in the community. There are core rotations in Anatomic Pathology and Clinical Pathology, with additional electives available.
Application
Candidates must apply to the program via the AAMC ERAS (Electronic Residency Application System) website. Required ERAS documents include: ERAS application and photograph, curriculum vitae, personal statement, three letters of recommendation, transcript copy, Dean's letter, medical school diploma, USMLE transcripts, and ECFMG Status Report if applicable. The application deadlines for interviews are in October, November, December, and January.
# of Locations
Residents have access to NewYork-Presbyterian/Weill Cornell Medical Center and its collaboration with other leading institutions.
Fellowship
The program offers several ACGME-accredited fellowships in Hematopathology, Cytopathology, and Molecular Pathology, as well as non-ACGME-accredited fellowships in Gastrointestinal/Liver, Breast, Genitourinary, and Gynecologic Pathology. There is also a Physician Scientist Training Program providing additional training and research opportunities post-residency.
Resident Life
Overview
The Weill Cornell Medicine Pathology and Laboratory Medicine Department is an outstanding place for residents and fellows to begin their careers.
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# of Years of Program
The residency program offers four years of training.
Housing
Housing is available for single and married house staff in apartments adjacent to the medical center maintained by NewYork-Presbyterian Hospital.
Alumni
Alumni of the program pursue diverse career paths including academic positions, subspecialties, and private practice. They are known to engage in ACGME-accredited fellowships in various fields such as Hematopathology, Cytopathology, and Molecular Pathology, as well as non-ACGME accredited fellowships in specialties like Gastrointestinal/Liver and Breast pathology.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Salaries competitive for New York City, housing available, all residents covered under benefits program including professional liability insurance, hospitalization, and uniforms.
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