Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The General Surgery Resident Program at Samaritan Health Services in Corvallis, Oregon, offers a comprehensive training experience in various surgical disciplines. Residents gain exposure to a Level-II Trauma Center, innovative surgical techniques, and advanced medical interventions, including robotic-assisted surgeries. The program emphasizes hands-on training, collaboration with experienced faculty, and opportunities for research and electives. Accredited by ACGME, it prepares residents for diverse careers in general surgery and its subspecialties.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The General Surgery Resident Program does not provide explicit information on IMG-friendly policies or acceptance rates. However, it is affiliated with a recognized medical institution and international medical graduates can typically apply for residency programs across the United States if they meet educational and visa sponsorship criteria.
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Address
Not explicitly stated in the provided text; however, the program is based at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Corvallis, Oregon.
Program Director
Nathan Smith, DO
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Current Residents
Overview
Current residents in the General Surgery Resident Program are engaged in a robust training experience at a collaborative institution, with a focus on advanced surgical techniques. Details about the specific number of current residents were not provided, but the program emphasizes a supportive environment and hands-on learning opportunities.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The General Surgery Resident Program offers a comprehensive curriculum with hands-on experience. Scholarly activity and research is required with a yearly project culminating in a presentation at Research Day.
Application
Medical student sub-I applications may be submitted between Feb 1 and May 15, and residency applications may be submitted between Sept. 15 and Dec. 31, of the year prior to the start of the cohort.
# of Locations
Residents rotate at multiple locations including Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center, Legacy Emanuel Medical Center, and OHSU in Portland.
Fellowship
Fellowship opportunities or post-residency plans are not explicitly detailed in the provided text, though it is typical for residents to pursue various fellowships based on their training. The program mentions special-interest and research electives that may lead to further specialized training.
Resident Life
Overview
The General Surgery Resident Program is based at Good Samaritan Regional Medical Center in Corvallis, Oregon and is affiliated with Western University College of Osteopathic Medicine Pacific-Northwest. Designated a Level-II Trauma Center, the flagship hospital is home to a robotic-assisted surgery epicenter, heart and vascular institute, comprehensive cancer center (collaboration with Stanford University), and an accredited weight management and metabolic surgery Institute.
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# of Years of Program
The length of the residency program is typically 5 years.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Competitive salary and benefits package, hands-on experience, scholarly activity and research opportunities.
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