Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The General Surgery Residency Program at San Joaquin General Hospital offers a comprehensive and hands-on surgical education to its residents, emphasizing patient care and leadership skills. With an annual graduation of three residents and a focus on providing autonomy from the first year, residents benefit from diverse surgical experiences and significant operative opportunities at affiliated institutions such as UC Davis and St. Joseph's Medical Center. The program fosters an environment of support and respect, preparing graduates for successful careers in surgery.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The San Joaquin General Hospital General Surgery Residency Program does not explicitly mention International Medical Graduates (IMG) or IMG acceptance rates. However, the absence of any restrictions or limitations in their training structure and the focus on maintaining traditions and respect for the field of surgery implies that they may consider IMG applicants.
Categorical Positions
3
Categorical Positions (detail)
Three residents yearly, details about prelim residents not specified.
Program Website
Address
San Joaquin General Hospital, 500 W Hospital Rd, French Camp, CA 95231
Program Director
Gabriel Herscu, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The General Surgery Residency Program admits three categorical residents each year. For the current academic year, there are 3 PGY-1 residents enrolled, all of whom are expected to receive extensive surgical training and mentorship.
PGY-1 MD
3
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Residents begin with early surgical skill development, technical teaching, and limited operating room experience. As they advance to PGY-5, they are treated as junior attendings and are expected to manage complex surgical cases and patient care with significant autonomy. The curriculum includes dedicated leadership training and focuses on becoming a surgeon-leader.
Application
The residency program is currently accepting applications. Details regarding required materials, deadlines, and interview dates are not specifically mentioned in the text provided, but prospective candidates should check the residency application's webpage for more information.
# of Locations
Residents rotate at several large hospitals in the area, including affiliated institutions such as Saint Joseph's Medical Center, Washington Hospital, and UC Davis Medical Center.
Fellowship
Residents graduating from the General Surgery Residency Program have matched for fellowships in competitive programs across the country, suggesting that the program supports residents in pursuing fellowships after graduation, although specific fellowship opportunities are not detailed.
Resident Life
Overview
The General Surgery Residency Program at San Joaquin General Hospital offers a high level of autonomy for its residents, allowing them to manage a service early in their training and operate independently by the end of their PGY-4 year. The program emphasizes a culture of support and respect, providing a hands-on experience with a focus on both traditional surgical training and leadership development.
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# of Years of Program
The General Surgery Residency Program typically lasts for 5 years, with an emphasis on becoming a competent and independent surgeon by PGY-4.
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Alumni
Alumni from the program have successfully matched for fellowships in various prestigious programs across the country. They tend to enter competitive trainings and graduate with positive reviews, preparing them for successful practices.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Residents receive a high level of autonomy, early surgical skill development, dedicated leadership training, and a supportive culture.
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