Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Psychiatry Residency Program at Pontiac General Hospital aims to cultivate competent psychiatrists through a community-focused approach, addressing the mental health needs of a diverse and underserved population. Training involves a comprehensive curriculum with protected didactic time, diverse clinical rotations, and faculty mentorship across various psychiatric disciplines.
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Program Details
Specialty
Psychiatry
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
International Medical Graduates (IMGs) are accepted. ECFMG certification is required for candidates who graduated from foreign medical schools, and the program accepts J1 visa sponsorship.
Categorical Positions
4
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Program Website
Address
461 West Huron St., Pontiac, Michigan 48341
Program Director
Billy Antrikin
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently has PGY-1, PGY-2, PGY-3, and PGY-4 residents enrolled, including 5 current PGY-1 MD residents, 2 of whom are IMGs. The environment is diverse, with residents coming from different backgrounds and medical schools.
PGY-1 MD
5
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
2
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The residency curriculum includes one full day of protected didactic time per week with various lectures and seminars on therapeutic approaches, faculty-mentored scholarly projects, and a tailored schedule for each year of residency.
Application
Residents will be selected based on their preparedness, ability, aptitude, academic credentials, communication skills and personal qualities. The following materials are used for evaluation of all resident candidates: Original ERAS application and/or updated curriculum vitae, Three letters of recommendation, Notarized copy of medical school diploma (plus translation if not in English), Original copy of MSPE (plus translation if not in English), Original and final medical school transcripts (plus translation if not in English), Personal statement, Interview with program directors, United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) scores (minimum passing score required). For resident candidates who have graduated from foreign medical schools, the following additional criteria apply: Education Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certification, J1 visa.
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Fellowship
The program prepares residents for board certification and includes opportunities for clinical practice in subspecialties, although specific fellowship details are not provided.
Resident Life
Overview
The residency program is located in Pontiac, one of the most ethnically diverse areas in the state of Michigan, allowing residents to manage a wide variety of psychiatric issues in a community-based setting.
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# of Years of Program
4
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Medical Insurance, Dental, Vision, Life, AD/D, Short Term Disability, Long Term Disability, Employee Assistance Program, 401K.
PGY-1 Salary
42564
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