Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine Residency at Thomas Jefferson University offers comprehensive training in all anesthetic subspecialties over a four-year program. Based in Center City, Philadelphia, this residency is designed to produce highly skilled clinicians through exposure to a diverse range of cases, including complex medical patients in a high-volume academic health system. With a strong emphasis on didactics, simulation, and faculty mentorship, residents are well-prepared for subsequent fellowships and careers, supported by a culture of wellness and community within the program.
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Moderate Competition
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Program Details
Specialty
Anesthesiology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program does not explicitly mention being IMG-friendly. There was no information found related to International Medical Graduates, IMG applicants, or specific acceptance rates. There are indications of employment for IMG-friendly criteria by accepting ECFMG certification, but explicit details regarding visa sponsorship or IMG residents were not provided.
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Program Website
Address
111 South Eleventh Street, Suite 8290, Philadelphia, PA 19107
Program Director
James W. Heitz, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residents consist of those training under the Anesthesiology & Perioperative Medicine Residency program, but specific details regarding their number, backgrounds, and distribution are not provided in the text.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes extensive training across all anesthetic subspecialties, didactic lectures, mock oral boards, and simulation sessions to prepare residents for BASIC, ADVANCED, and APPLIED examinations.
Application
Application information can be found on the program's application webpage. Interested candidates should apply directly through that page to receive further details on deadlines and requirements.
# of Locations
Center City Campus and a dedicated pediatric hospital.
Fellowship
The program emphasizes competitive fellowship and post-graduation job placement, with residents frequently presenting at national conferences. Although specific fellowships associated with the program are not detailed in the text, the program does focus on subspecialty training and research involvement that could lead to various fellowship opportunities related to Anesthesiology.
Resident Life
Overview
This residency program is unique due to its exposure to a diverse array of clinical cases, a strong emphasis on didactic and simulation training, and opportunities for involvement in research and scholarly endeavors in a supportive community.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
4 years
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Alumni
Alumni from this program have gone on to various fellowships and subspecialties, and many have pursued academic and private practice roles across the country.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
PGY-1 Salary
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