Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
Penn State Health Children's Hospital offers diverse residency programs aimed at cultivating high-quality graduate medical education. With a robust commitment to developing future leaders in pediatric medicine, these programs are coupled with exceptional clinical and basic science departments, alongside nationally recognized research initiatives. The institution is dedicated to providing an optimal environment for learning, incorporating experiences across various settings, and offering individualized training opportunities that exceed standard requirements.
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Program Details
Specialty
Pediatrics
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency programs offered at Penn State Health Children's Hospital are not explicitly labeled as IMG-friendly in the provided text. However, the programs emphasize a commitment to high-quality graduate medical education and lack specific restrictions, which may suggest a welcoming environment for international medical graduates. It would be advisable for IMG applicants to reach out directly to the program for more detailed eligibility information regarding their specific circumstances.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
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Program Website
Address
600 University Drive, Hershey, PA 17033
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster specifics, including the exact number of PGY-1 residents, have not been detailed in the text. The program's emphasis on diversity may imply a mix of specialties and orientations among the residents.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
Penn State Health's Pediatric Residency Program offers a blend of outpatient and inpatient experiences along with an individualized curriculum beyond ACGME requirements. The Combined Internal Medicine - Pediatrics (Med-Peds) Residency Program trains residents to excel in both pediatrics and internal medicine.
Application
# of Locations
Residents will work at two locations: Penn State Health Children's Hospital and affiliated facilities.
Fellowship
The Penn State College of Medicine and Penn State Health Children's Hospital offer a variety of fellowship opportunities in pediatric medicine, including specializations such as Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Neonatal Perinatal Medicine, Pediatric Anesthesiology, and several others. These programs are designed to cater to physicians seeking advanced training and place emphasis on mortality and education.
Resident Life
Overview
Penn State College of Medicine and Penn State Health Children's Hospital are committed to establishing and maintaining high-quality graduate medical education training programs with unique advanced training opportunities for physicians passionate about pediatric medicine.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The residency program typically lasts for three years.
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Alumni
Penn State College of Medicine and Penn State Health Children's Hospital offer unique advanced training opportunities to physicians passionate about pediatric medicine. Alumni typically pursue subspecialty training through several fellowship programs. Notable fellowships include Advanced Practice Provider Neonatal Intensive Care, Allergy, Asthma and Immunology, Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, and more. Graduates may also work in a variety of settings, including academic positions and private practice.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The institution provides diverse patient population, dedicated faculty, excellent clinical and basic science departments, and nationally recognized research programs.
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