Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Guthrie General Surgery Residency Program is a comprehensive five-year training program designed to cultivate highly qualified, compassionate surgeons. With a focus on diverse clinical experiences, residents receive hands-on training in a wide range of surgical specialties, enhanced by state-of-the-art facilities and supported by a strong faculty with extensive backgrounds. The program emphasizes both technical competence and compassionate patient care, preparing graduates for various clinical paths, including fellowships in specialized fields. Comprehensive didactic teaching and exposure to varied surgical pathologies offer residents a robust educational experience.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The General Surgery Residency Program at Guthrie appears to be IMG-friendly, although there is no explicit mention of acceptance rates or specific eligibility criteria for international medical graduates. The program accepts ECFMG certification, and its diverse faculty trained across the country and worldwide suggests a supportive environment for IMG applicants.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
Not directly specified, but can be inferred that the program is competitive and prepares residents for fellowships after completion.
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Program Director
Dana LaVanture, MD FACS
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Current Residents
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PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Training covers all traditional areas of general, vascular, oncologic, colorectal, hepatobiliary, thoracic, acute care, and trauma surgery, incorporating advanced laparoscopic surgery, endovascular surgery, surgical ultrasound, and DaVinci robotic procedures. Residents receive formal didactic teaching weekly, utilizing the SCORE Curriculum and various learning aids.
Application
To apply for the General Surgery Residency at Guthrie, candidates must follow these steps: Visit the 'How to Apply' section found on the program's website. The application process typically includes submitting the ERAS application, transcripts, letters of recommendation, and a personal statement. Specific deadlines may not be explicitly listed but applications generally open in September, and interviews typically occur in January through March. Candidates are encouraged to check the website for exact dates and requirements that may vary from year to year.
# of Locations
Residents primarily train at Robert Packer Hospital in Sayre, PA, and rotate to Corning and Cortland hospitals in New York for community experiences. They may also arrange individual select rotations at other medical centers.
Fellowship
Graduates typically match into fellowship programs such as minimally invasive surgery, trauma/critical care, and surgical oncology. This indicates that recent residents have pursued further specialization after finishing their residency training.
Resident Life
Overview
The residency program offers a unique combination of state-of-the-art facilities, high level professional expertise, large case volume, early operative exposure, and individualized attention. It prepares graduates well for diverse clinical paths with a focus on compassion and excellence.
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# of Years of Program
This is a comprehensive five-year program designed to train medical students into competent, board-certified general surgeons.
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Alumni
After completing the General Surgery Residency Program, many graduates go on to pursue fellowships in various subspecialties such as minimally invasive surgery, trauma/critical care, and surgical oncology. Alumni have successfully matched into esteemed programs and hospitals across the country, indicating strong post-graduation outcomes. Some have taken positions in academia, while others enter private practice or continue in fellowship training in their chosen subspecialties.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Supported by The Donald Guthrie Foundation, access to clinical research, personalized attention, state-of-the-art facilities, and a comprehensive training program.
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