Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The UC San Diego General Surgery Residency combines the surgical internship and first-year residency into a single year, offering both rotations in general surgery and surgical specialties, alongside vacation time. Residents gain exposure to various areas including cardiothoracic, neurosurgery, orthopaedics, and trauma within a structured training environment at top medical facilities.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
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Categorical Positions
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Program Website
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UC San Diego, 9500 Gilman Dr., La Jolla, CA 92093
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Current Residents
Overview
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes 6 months of general surgery, 5 one-month rotations in surgical specialties, and 4 weeks of vacation, with training at UC San Diego Medical Center, Jacobs Medical Center, and the VA Medical Center. Responsibilities include total patient care under supervision and participation in surgical operations and teaching exercises.
Application
Applicants are selected through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Details regarding specific deadlines, application requirements, interview dates, and additional materials or prerequisites are not provided in the text and should be referenced from the program's official application page.
# of Locations
3
Fellowship
Resident Life
Overview
The surgical internship and 1st year residency are combined into a single year, with approximately 6 months of general surgery and multiple specialty rotations.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
5
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
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PGY-1 Salary
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Vacation
The first-year residency includes about 4 weeks of vacation, according to the textual overview, which does not specify whether unused vacation can be carried over or additional details on the vacation policy.