Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The General Surgery Residency program at Genesys Health System, which is part of Ascension, offers a comprehensive five-year training designed to equip residents with skills in all aspects of general surgical procedures. The program focuses on hands-on training and structured education, ensuring residents are well-prepared for their careers, whether that leads to independent practice or continued specialty training.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program appears to accept International Medical Graduates (IMGs), but specific details regarding acceptance rates or eligibility criteria are not provided. It is advisable to check for mentions of ECFMG certification acceptance or visa sponsorship options, which may indicate IMG-friendliness.
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Program Website
Address
Ascension Genesys Hospital, Genesee, Michigan, USA
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Current Residents
Overview
Details about the PGY-1 residents are not explicitly mentioned in the provided text, including their total number or specific backgrounds in terms of IMGs or US medical school graduates.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The goal of the General Surgery residency program is to provide hands-on training supported by structured education. The program is a five year residency with increasing opportunities as each postgraduate level is successfully completed. The intent is that the resident will be well qualified to handle all aspects of general surgical procedures and either enter into practice or begin specialty training at the culmination of residency.
Application
The application process details can be found in the 'Apply to the Program' section, including specifics about deadlines and submission requirements, which appear to be standard for residency programs.
# of Locations
One location: Ascension Genesys Hospital
Fellowship
There are various fellowship opportunities available, including specializations such as Cardiology Fellowship, Clinical Health Psychology Fellowship, and Gastroenterology Fellowship. These programs allow residents to pursue varied post-residency career paths.
Resident Life
Overview
Genesys Health System is a regionally integrated health care delivery system comprised of a complete continuum of care primarily servicing Genesee, Shiawassee, Lapeer, Oakland, Livingston and Tuscola counties. We are anchored by a 21st century inpatient facility - Ascension Genesys Hospital, formerly Genesys Regional Medical Center - one of the first medical centers of its kind built both clinically and architecturally around a patient-focused care philosophy.
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# of Years of Program
Five years
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Alumni
They pursue a variety of fellowships and positions after graduation, often in related specialties, though specifics are not detailed in the provided text. Many alumni work in diverse geographic locations.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Includes hands-on training supported by structured education, five-year residency program.
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