Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The SIU School of Medicine's General Surgery Residency is a five-year educational program focused on providing exemplary surgical care and equipping residents as clinicians and educators. The program has a rich history and commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion, actively inviting international medical graduates while offering a range of benefits to enhance their residency experience. Training is complemented by a rural surgery rotation in partnership with Southern Illinois Healthcare and supported by a commitment to research and scholarship.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The SIU General Surgery Residency Program invites a few strong candidates from foreign medical schools each year. They currently have 7 FMGs in their program and do not require candidates to have their ECFMG certificate at the time of application, but it must be obtained before beginning residency training. They offer J1 visa sponsorship.
Categorical Positions
4
Categorical Positions (detail)
We are currently approved for four categorical spots per year. We do not offer preliminary positions or observerships.
Program Website
Address
701 N 1st St, Springfield, IL 62781
Program Director
Melanie Barnard, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residents include 7 MDs and 7 FMGs in the PGY-1 category. The program values diversity and works with a varied resident group, reflected in their inclusive selection process.
PGY-1 MD
7
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
7
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The residency in general surgery at SIU is a comprehensive, five-year educational program that encompasses all major surgical disciplines, aimed at preparing graduates for general surgery or fellowship training in surgical subspecialties.
Application
The SIU General Surgery Residency Program participates in the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). All applications must be submitted through ERAS. Interview dates include November 12, December 6 and 13 (in-person) and November 22, January 7 (virtual).
# of Locations
Residents work at multiple partnering hospitals including Springfield Memorial Hospital, HSHS St. John's Hospital, and Memorial Hospital of Carbondale.
Fellowship
The program prepares residents for both general surgery practice and fellowship training in various subspecialties, fostering opportunities for residents to explore a strong foundation in surgical education. Residents have been involved in outcomes and translational research projects, with opportunities to collaborate with other departments for research in education and translational science.
Resident Life
Overview
The SIU School of Medicine General Surgery Residency Program focuses on compassionate and ethical training while inspiring surgeons to become global leaders.
On Call Schedule
Residents have access to food services twenty-four hours per day at both hospitals.
# of Years of Program
5 years
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Residents are provided with benefits through their employing hospital, including health insurance, dental insurance, life insurance, disability insurance, education stipend, and various certifications provided.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Residents are permitted up to 3 weeks of vacation, 2 weeks of sick leave, 1 week of educational leave, and 3 calendar days of bereavement leave annually.