Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Swedish General Surgery Residency offers a comprehensive training program for medical graduates seeking to develop skills in general surgery. With a focus on creating proficient and self-assured surgeons, the program emphasizes various clinical experiences while preparing residents for their roles in the evolving medical field.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program accepts ECFMG certification for foreign medical school graduates, but it is unable to offer visa sponsorship. Therefore, it may not be classified as IMG-friendly due to this limitation. Proficiency in English, US clinical experience is preferred, but not required, is recommended for foreign medical school graduates applying to this residency program.
Categorical Positions
5
Categorical Positions (detail)
Five Categorical positions (NRMP number 1755440C0) and five Preliminary positions (NRMP number 1755440P0).
Program Website
Address
Swedish General Surgery Residency, 1101 Madison St, Suite 100, Seattle, WA 98104
Program Director
Marc Douglas Horton, MD, FACS
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Current Residents
Overview
The residency program currently has 5 Categorical positions available for the upcoming year, with no designated slots for DO graduates. The program structure is focused on training MD residents, providing them with essential skills for excellence in surgical practices.
PGY-1 MD
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PGY-1 DO
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PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum for first-year residents (PGY-1) includes rotations that allow them to gain exposure to various specialties and develop their surgical skills over the course of their training.
Application
The deadline for completed ERAS applications is 10/26/2024. Complete applications include ECFMG certification for foreign medical school grads. Categorical Resident Interview Dates include October 17, October 31, November 7, November 14, November 21, December 5, December 12, January 9, and January 16 for 2025. Preliminary Resident Interview Dates are November 15, December 6, January 3, January 10, and January 17 for 2025.
# of Locations
The residents will work at multiple locations including clinic and hospital settings to ensure diverse clinical exposure and experience.
Fellowship
The program offers Categorical positions that may allow access to various fellowship opportunities post-graduation; however, specific fellowships are not detailed in the provided information. Recent graduates might pursue fellowships based on their interests, and the program supports development leading into subspecialties in their respective fields.
Resident Life
Overview
The Swedish General Surgery Residency program offers five Categorical and five Preliminary positions and follows the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) for application submission. It aims to provide a comprehensive training experience while adhering to the standards established by the NRMP.
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# of Years of Program
The residency program typically lasts for five years, encompassing extensive surgical training and practical experience.
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Salary & Benefits
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