Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Urology Residency Program at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School fosters a strong clinical and research foundation for medical professionals specializing in urology. It spans five years, combining rigorous surgical training, with opportunities to work in world-class clinical settings such as the Rutgers Cancer Institute of New Jersey. The program nurtures residents’ surgical skills via gradual responsibility increases and provides them with extensive operating room time across various cases. With a focus on developing competent urologists, the program is structured to prepare them for careers in academia or private practice.
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Program Details
Specialty
Urology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Urology Residency Program at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School appears to be IMG-friendly. The program accepts two residents per year into a five-year program and emphasizes a nurturing environment conducive to developing medical, surgical, research, and decision-making skills. There is no explicit mention of international medical graduates or an IMG acceptance rate in the text; however, the program states that they provide a high volume of hands-on experience and opportunities to work closely with faculty at various affiliated institutions, which may suggest inclusivity for IMGs.
Categorical Positions
2
Categorical Positions (detail)
Two residents per year
Program Website
Address
Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, 195 Little Albany Street, Suite 4560, New Brunswick, NJ 08903-2681
Program Director
Thomas L. Jang, MD, MPH, FACS
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Current Residents
Overview
Currently, there are 2 PGY-1 residents enrolled in the Urology Residency Program, with backgrounds from various medical institutions. The program maintains a strong operational capacity, allowing for comprehensive training and support for incoming residents. As part of their training, PGY-1 residents will rotate through both urology and general surgery, ensuring a well-rounded introduction to their specialty.
PGY-1 MD
2
PGY-1 DO
0
PGY-1 IMG
1
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The PGY-1 year is split between general surgery and urology. Each PGY-1 spends 6 months on urology and 6 months on general surgery services at RWJUH. This year provides a well-rounded preliminary experience with exposure to surgical oncology, trauma, emergency general surgery, and the surgical intensive care unit. The 6 months of urology prepares each individual well for the start of Urology 1 year. Residents spend the full year at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, and rotate three months at a time on urology or various general surgery services.
Application
Applications must be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Required Documents: Transcript from medical school, Letter from the Dean of the School of Medicine, Three letters of recommendation from faculty members, USMLE board scores, Personal statement, Curriculum vitae. Interview dates for 2025 Match: November 18, 2024, November 20, 2024, December 13, 2024. All interviews will be virtual.
# of Locations
Residency program includes clinical rotations at Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital, The Cancer Institute of New Jersey, Bristol-Myers Squibb Children's Hospital, University Medical Center of Princeton at Plainsboro, and Robert Wood Johnson University Hospital - Somerset.
Fellowship
The Urology Residency at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School offers a strong fellowship placement record, with many residents having pursued competitive fellowships in esteemed institutions. Recent fellowships include Urologic Oncology at the University of Michigan, advanced robotics and laparoscopy, and reconstructive urology among others, spanning reputable institutions such as Fox Chase and Johns Hopkins. The program's comprehensive clinical training allows residents to pursue academic and private practice positions post-graduation.
Resident Life
Overview
Our Residency Training Program in Urology at Robert Wood Johnson Medical School aims to provide residents with a wide breadth of experience managing medical and surgical diseases of the genitourinary tract as well as opportunities in pursuing basic and clinical research in all domains of urology. We are a high volume, tertiary care center that specializes in complex oncologic and reconstructive surgery and in minimally-invasive, laparoscopic and robotic surgeries.
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# of Years of Program
5
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Alumni
Our program provides an excellent academic and clinical experience. In the past, our residents have been very competitive in attaining nationally and internationally known fellowships as well as private practice jobs of their choice. Recent fellowship positions include Reconstructive Urologic Surgery, Urologic Oncology, Endourology, among others. Alumni also hold significant academic positions, such as Senior Associate Dean of Clinical Affairs and Chief of Urology at different respected institutions.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Residents benefit from working closely with faculty, substantial surgical volume, and a 6 month protected research block.
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