Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The University of Arizona Residency Program in Anesthesiology combines clinical training, didactic education, and subspecialty experience within a collegial environment. With a focus on individualized training, the department hosts 39 residents and operates in state-of-the-art facilities including the Banner University Medical Center Tucson, emphasizing hands-on experience with diverse surgical cases.
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Program Details
Specialty
Anesthesiology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program does not explicitly mention IMG acceptance, but due to its resources and established reputation, it may consider applications from international medical graduates. Further details on their application process would provide clearer insight into their IMG-friendly policies.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
39 residents
Program Website
Address
1501 N. Campbell Ave., Room 4401, P.O. Box 245114, Tucson, AZ 85724
Program Director
Allison Lee Thoeny, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The residency program currently has 39 residents, with robust training opportunities available in a variety of surgical procedures and specialties.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The residency program is centered at the University of Arizona Health Science (UAHS), which comprises all facilities of the College of Medicine, including the 480 bed hospital Banner University Medical Center Tucson, the Arizona Cancer Center, and numerous research facilities. The department administers over 15,000 anesthetics per year in 22 state-of-the-art operating rooms and 2 obstetrical suites. Furthermore, our cases encompass the full spectrum of anesthesia subspecialties so residents can easily satisfy the requirements of the American Board of Anesthesiology for case distribution.
Application
Application process details can be found under the '/education/residency/application-process' section. Contact can be made through the program coordinator's email: resprog@anesth.arizona.edu.
# of Locations
The residents will work at multiple facilities including Banner University Medical Center Tucson and the Tucson Veterans Administration Medical Center.
Fellowship
The residency program offers various fellowships, particularly in Cardiovascular and Trauma Surgery, Organ Transplantation, and Outpatient Anesthesia, ensuring comprehensive post-residency opportunities.
Resident Life
Overview
The University of Arizona Residency Program in Anesthesiology offers an outstanding combination of clinical training, didactic teaching and subspecialty experience in a friendly collegial atmosphere. The Department has a well-established reputation for teaching and research; with 39 residents, we are at an optimal size for providing individualized training for each resident. The success of our graduates in both academics and private practice demonstrates the quality of the residents we attract as well as the caliber of their training in anesthesiology. The outstanding faculty are committed to resident training as the highest priority in the department.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The residency program duration is typically 4 years, including clinical training and various subspecialty rotations.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Various benefits offered including comprehensive health coverage, paid vacation, and support for professional development.
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