Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
Stony Brook Medicine's Anesthesiology Residency Program is a distinguished four-year program providing residents with comprehensive training in anesthesiology, combining hands-on experience with a robust didactic curriculum. The program emphasizes diversity, wellness, and proactive mentorship, with attention to personal and professional growth. It prides itself on an outstanding faculty, high residency placement rates into competitive fellowships, and a supportive environment that encourages resident involvement in research and innovation. Furthermore, the program offers diverse clinical exposure through affiliation with Stony Brook University Medical Center and Northport Veterans Administration Hospital, ensuring a thorough educational landscape.
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Program Details
Specialty
Anesthesiology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Stony Brook Anesthesiology Residency Program does not explicitly mention its IMG-friendliness on the site. However, it does appear to accept international medical graduates and provide immigration assistance for residents, suggesting a generally welcoming attitude towards IMGs. Moreover, opportunities for research and fellowship training are available, which indicates inclusivity for diverse backgrounds. The use of the abbreviation 'ECFMG' suggests acceptance of these certifications in the program.
Categorical Positions
10
Categorical Positions (detail)
10 residents per class every year.
Program Website
Address
Renaissance School of Medicine at Stony Brook University
101 Nicolls Road
Health Sciences Center, Level 4
Stony Brook, NY 11794-8434
Program Director
Joy Schabel, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The Stony Brook Anesthesiology Residency Program currently has 26 PGY-1 residents, with approximately 4 identified as international medical graduates. This cohort is noted for its diversity and commitment to fostering a positive learning environment, supported by a dedicated faculty and robust training resources. The program is designed to enhance clinical knowledge and practical skills, leading to confident, well-rounded anesthesiologists.
PGY-1 MD
26
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
4
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes an extensive didactic program with all-day education days, opportunities for quality assurance and quality improvement projects, numerous lectures, simulation training, and a variety of hands-on experiences with supervision from attending faculty.
Application
All residency interviews will be virtual in 2024-25. Applicants need to have completed USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 to be considered for an interview.
# of Locations
Residents will rotate through Stony Brook University Hospital, Northport Veterans Administration Hospital, and various outpatient clinics, ensuring a diverse clinical experience across multiple settings.
Fellowship
The residency program boasts a competitive fellowship placement record, with 30-70% of graduates pursuing fellowships in various specialties. Graduates have secured fellowships in Pediatric Anesthesia, Critical Care, Pain Management, among others, at prestigious institutions such as Johns Hopkins and Duke University. Specific examples of 2024 graduate placements include a Regional Anesthesiology and Acute Pain Medicine fellow position at Johns Hopkins and an Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology fellowship at Duke University Medical Center.
Resident Life
Overview
The Stony Brook Anesthesiology Residency Program combines a strong clinical experience with an innovative teaching approach, ensuring that residents develop the skills needed to become competent physicians through a focus on wellness and academic support.
On Call Schedule
All residency interviews will be virtual in 2024-25. Applicants need to have completed USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 to be considered for an interview.
# of Years of Program
The Anesthesiology Residency Program at Stony Brook is a four-year program.
Housing
Residents have the opportunity to attend a major national Anesthesiology meeting every year.
Alumni
30-70% of our residents pursue fellowships. 20-30% of our graduates go directly to academic positions. 40-60% of the graduates enter private practice.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Residents receive a salary in the highest range in the country, full malpractice coverage, medical and dental insurance, a generous educational allowance, and four weeks of vacation leave.
PGY-1 Salary
The residents in the Department of Anesthesiology receive a salary that fits in the highest range in the country. The salary base is contractually increased annually.
Vacation
Residents receive four weeks vacation leave per annum.