Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The General Surgery Residency Program at Corewell Health, situated in Trenton and Dearborn, Michigan, is a five-year ACGME-accredited training program. It equips residents with essential surgical skills through weekly didactics, monthly conferences, and hands-on cadaver labs, while collaborating with esteemed institutions like Michigan State University and Wayne State University. The program emphasizes both comprehensive education in general surgery and exposure to various subspecialties, supported by two level two trauma centers. Additionally, residents benefit from a structured mentorship system and engaging educational activities aimed at producing competent and compassionate surgeons.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The General Surgery Residency Program is described as a fully accredited, five-year program, but there is no explicit mention of its IMG-friendliness or acceptance of IMG applicants. Further investigation into the program’s acceptance of ECFMG certification, visa sponsorship (H1-B, J-1), or the number of current IMG residents is recommended to determine its friendliness towards International Medical Graduates.
Categorical Positions
4
Categorical Positions (detail)
4 residents per year
Program Website
Address
Corewell Health, Dearborn & Trenton Hospitals, Michigan
Program Director
Jill Balazsi
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently hosts a total of 4 PGY-1 residents selected through NRMP, specifically focusing on the Corewell Health, Dearborn/Trenton Campus program.
PGY-1 MD
4
PGY-1 DO
0
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Residents experience weekly didactic sessions, monthly statewide conferences through Michigan State University, cadaver lab sessions during their second year, skills lab throughout statewide campuses, and monthly journal club.
Application
Contact Us and Apply through the provided link in the navigation or visit the information for applicants page for details about the application process.
# of Locations
2 (Corewell Health Trenton Hospital and Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital)
Fellowship
The text indicates that the General Surgery Residency Program at Corewell Health provides education in surgical sub-specialties, but specific fellowship opportunities and post-residency career paths were not detailed. Further information may be required from the program or site for a comprehensive list of fellowships offered or pursued by graduates.
Resident Life
Overview
The General Surgery Residency Program at Corewell Health Trenton Hospital and Corewell Health Dearborn Hospital is a fully accredited, five-year program leading to board certification eligibility, following the Score curriculum and providing exposure to surgical sub-specialties.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
5
Housing
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Alumni
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Salary & Benefits information available on the website.
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