Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
Tower Health offers a diverse array of residency programs across its facilities, including Anesthesiology, Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and Pediatrics, among others. Each program has its specific focus and training environment, catering to a broad spectrum of medical education and career paths. The institute emphasizes developing skilled healthcare professionals ready to fulfill the needs of the communities they serve, enhancing their education through hands-on experience within a variety of specialties.
Specialty Competitive Score:
Moderate Competition
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Program Details
Specialty
OB/GYN
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency programs at Tower Health appear to be inviting to International Medical Graduates (IMGs), as they offer a range of residency options across multiple hospitals, including Phoenixville Hospital, Reading Hospital, and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, indicating a welcoming culture for diverse training backgrounds. However, explicit details on the acceptance rates, number of IMG residents, and specific eligibility criteria for IMGs are not directly stated in the provided text.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
Program Website
Address
420 S. Fifth Avenue, West Reading, PA 19611
Program Director
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residency programs host several categorical residents enrolled, though precise figures for PGY-1 residents, whether MD or DO, remain undisclosed in the provided information.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The training includes rotations in various medical specialties and hands-on experiences in clinical settings.
Application
Interested applicants should contact GMECentral@towerhealth.org for information on how to apply.
# of Locations
3 locations
Fellowship
The provided data does not give specific details about fellowship opportunities or post-graduation plans for the residency programs at Tower Health. Further inquiry may be required to uncover such information.
Resident Life
Overview
A complete list of all Tower Health Residency Programs offered at Phoenixville Hospital (PHX), Reading Hospital (RH), and St. Christopher's Hospital for Children (STC). Programs include Anesthesiology, Child Neurology, Emergency Medicine, Family Medicine, General Surgery, Internal Medicine, Neurology, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatric Dentistry, Pediatrics, Pharmacy, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Podiatric Medicine, Podiatry, Psychiatry, Specialty Pharmacy, and Transitional Year.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
Varies by specialty, typically between 3 to 7 years.
Housing
Alumni
Not detailed
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation