Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Emergency Medicine Residency at Kings County Hospital, part of SUNY Downstate, focuses on providing extensive training in emergency medicine. The program features a diverse cadre of residents and is deeply committed to serving the community through a variety of fellowships that prepare residents for future careers in emergency medicine and its subspecialties. Residents will have access to ample support and resources as well as unique training opportunities.
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Program Details
Specialty
Emergency Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program does not explicitly mention policies regarding International Medical Graduates (IMG) or their acceptance. However, it provides fellowship opportunities that may suggest a welcoming environment for diverse backgrounds.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
Program Website
Address
450 Clarkson Avenue, Brooklyn, NY 11203
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residency program's page highlights the chief residents and categorizes emergency medicine classes from 2025 to 2028, indicating a structured progression through the residency years with a cohort system. It appears that current residents engage in various fellowship and training opportunities.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum for first year residents (PGY-1) includes hands-on training in various emergency medical scenarios, integration of clinical skills with current medical knowledge, and exposure to diverse patient populations.
Application
Application Requirements are located on the Applicants page. The specific application process includes a requirement to apply through ERAS. Deadlines for application submission were not specified in the provided text.
# of Locations
Residents will work at multiple locations, including clinical settings that serve a broad community.
Fellowship
The program offers various fellowships including Administration, Clinical Forensic Medicine, Disaster, Education, Pediatric Emergency Medicine, International Emergency Medicine, Simulation, and Ultrasound. Each fellowship is detailed on associated links, indicating a wide range of post-graduate opportunities.
Resident Life
Overview
Emergency Medicine Categorical; EM Class of 2025, EM Class of 2026, EM Class of 2027, EM Class of 2028; Internal Medicine Emergency Medicine (EM/IM) Class of 2025, EM/IM Class of 2026, EM/IM Class of 2027, EM/IM Class of 2028, EM/IM Class of 2029; Emergency/Internal/Critical Care Medicine Fellows; EM/IM/CCM Fellows. Resident classes starting from 2025 to 2029 are mentioned.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The residency program typically spans three years, with additional opportunities for specialization through fellowships after completion.
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Alumni
The text provided does not mention specific alumni outcomes or career paths after graduation.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Various benefits are detailed, including information about wellness, mini fellowships, fellowships, and resources for residents.
PGY-1 Salary
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