Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Saint Louis University’s Division of Urologic Surgery offers a 5-year residency program designed to provide extensive training in clinical urology. It encompasses one year of general surgery followed by four years of urology training, emphasizing mentorship and hands-on experience in a supportive educational environment. The program aims to develop residents' skills in all major urologic subspecialties including oncology, robotics, and pediatrics, with dedicated faculty for guidance and support.
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Program Details
Specialty
Urology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program is IMG-friendly, as it accepts one resident position each year and promotes a mentoring and teamwork atmosphere for applicants, although specific details about acceptance rates or the number of IMG applicants were not directly mentioned. It implicitly supports international graduates by creating a collaborative and educational environment, which may include IMGs.
Categorical Positions
1
Categorical Positions (detail)
One residency position per year.
Program Website
Address
Saint Louis University School of Medicine, 1402 S Grand Blvd, St. Louis, MO 63104, USA
Program Director
Timothy Phillips, M.D.
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Current Residents
Overview
Currently, there is a total of 1 PGY-1 MD resident in the program for the current academic year, alongside 1 PGY-1 DO resident. Additionally, 1 resident is an International Medical Graduate.
PGY-1 MD
1
PGY-1 DO
1
PGY-1 IMG
1
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The first year includes a general surgery internship, followed by four clinical years of urology training with regular didactic teaching sessions each week. Key didactic components occur every Wednesday from 7 to 9 a.m., including various specialized conferences.
Application
Applicants should register with the American Urological Association’s Urology and Specialty Matches and the Society of Academic Urology. Upcoming Virtual Resident Interview Dates: Monday, Nov. 18, 2024; Wednesday, Nov. 27, 2024; Friday, Dec. 6, 2024.
# of Locations
SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital, SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Children's Hospital, SSM Health St. Mary's Health Center
Fellowship
The program offers a comprehensive educational experience with opportunities for advanced training and fellowships in major urologic subspecialties such as oncology, robotics, and reconstructive surgery. While specific fellowships post-graduation are not explicitly listed, it is noted that residents are given increased clinical and surgical responsibilities over their years of training, indicating pathways for further specialization available after residency.
Resident Life
Overview
The Saint Louis University Urology Residency Program emphasizes a comprehensive educational experience across all aspects of clinical urology and research, featuring mentorship and teamwork among attendings and residents.
On Call Schedule
Conference details are held every Wednesday between 7 and 9 a.m. The first and third Wednesdays of the month are dedicated to the Genitourinary Oncology Multidisciplinary Conference. The second and fourth Wednesdays are a teaching conference and the fourth Wednesday has Morbidity and Mortality Conference. Journal Club is held quarterly if there is a fifth Wednesday.
# of Years of Program
5 years (1 year of general surgery, followed by 4 years of clinical urology).
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Alumni
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The training length is five years, including one year of general surgery internship and four years of clinical urology; additionally, residents are encouraged to maintain a healthy work/life balance.
PGY-1 Salary
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