Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Pathology Residency Program at Stony Brook University offers an integrated four-year training program focusing on both anatomic and clinical pathology. The program is committed to developing skilled pathologists capable of independent practice and lifelong learning. The curriculum includes diverse clinical training rotations, robust research opportunities, and teaching experiences, coupled with numerous professional development activities. Residents participate in multidisciplinary conferences, enhancing their diagnostic acumen and teaching skills. The program also features an incentive program to subsidize tuition costs for selected medical students interested in pathology residency.
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Program Details
Specialty
Pathology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program does accept ECFMG certification, and they state that applicants should be a US citizen, permanent resident, or have a J-1 visa sponsored by ECFMG. However, it does not explicitly mention the acceptance rate for IMG applicants.
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Program Website
Address
University Hospital, Level 2, Room 749, Stony Brook, NY 11794
Program Director
Dr. Randolph Hennigar, MD, PhD
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Current Residents
Overview
Current residents include MDs and DOs from various educational backgrounds with a commitment to becoming well-rounded pathologists. The program supports a diversity of training tracks focused on individual interests in both anatomic and clinical pathology.
PGY-1 MD
Estimated to be around 3 based on current resident information, specifics are not provided in the text.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The residency program provides comprehensive training in anatomic pathology (AP) and clinical pathology (CP) over four years, with rotations in various specialties and opportunities for research and education.
Application
The application deadline for the residency program is November 15. Applicants must submit their application through ERAS, including official transcripts, a Dean's letter, three letters of recommendation, and USMLE scores. It is recommended to complete applications in late summer or fall prior to graduation. Inquiries can be directed to the Residency Program Coordinator, Kathleen Pitisi, via phone at (631) 444-2224 or email at kathleen.pitisi@stonybrookmedicine.edu.
# of Locations
All rotations are conducted at Stony Brook University Medical Center, except for forensic pathology.
Fellowship
The program sponsors four ACGME-accredited fellowships in Selective Pathology (Surgical Pathology), Cytopathology, Hematopathology, and Pathology Informatics. Recent graduates from the program pursue various fellowship training opportunities in pathology-related fields.
Resident Life
Overview
The Pathology Residency Training Program at Stony Brook University offers a new incentive program to support medical students who are accepted into their residency.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The program lasts for four years, with an integrated curriculum covering both AP and CP.
Housing
There is no specific information regarding housing options or stipends mentioned in the text provided, indicating that applicants might need to look elsewhere for housing assistance.
Alumni
The document does not provide specific data on alumni outcomes or positions they have pursued after completing the residency program. However, it does mention that the majority of residents pursue further fellowship training in areas such as Surgical Pathology, Cytopathology, Hematopathology, and Pathology Informatics.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The program offers an incentive program for Stony Brook medical students to cover the costs of the fourth year of medical tuition for up to two accepted students.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
The document does not outline specifics regarding the vacation policy for residents in the residency program.