Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The UC San Diego Neurological Surgery residency program is a seven-year program designed to provide trainees with extensive experience in various aspects of modern neurosurgery. It covers critical areas such as neurotrauma, neurovascular surgery, brain tumors, and pediatric neurosurgery while also emphasizing interdisciplinary collaboration with basic science researchers. This academic program is structured to allow flexibility and the accommodation of specialized research or clinical interests among residents.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurosurgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program at UC San Diego does not provide explicit information regarding IMG applicants or International Medical Graduates (IMGs). However, given the program's academic orientation and the overall flexibility in accommodating specialized research or clinical interests, it may be potentially IMG-friendly, especially with possibilities for ECFMG certification or visa sponsorship. More information about IMG acceptance rates or specific requirements would need to be directly confirmed with the program administration.
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9500 Gilman Dr. La Jolla, CA 92093
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Current Residents
Overview
The UC San Diego Neurological Surgery residency program has a structured training approach that includes comprehensive rotations across different specialties, ensuring that residents develop a full spectrum of neurosurgical competencies. Each year of residency focuses on progressively challenging responsibilities, blending clinical practice with academia and research.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
PGY-1 residents spend six months on the neurosurgery service and rotate at both the Jacobs and Hillcrest Medical Centers, followed by six months divided among neurocritical care, neuroradiology, neuropathology, and endovascular neurosurgery. The program encourages collaboration with multidisciplinary teams and provides direct instruction from expert faculty.
Application
The residency application process includes several components. Prospective residents are encouraged to visit the 'Application Process' section for further details, including specific deadlines and requirements for submission. Important dates generally include submission deadlines for applications, interviews, and other relevant materials, which may be outlined there.
# of Locations
Residents rotate at both the Jacobs and Hillcrest Medical Centers, and spend six months at Rady Children's Hospital.
Fellowship
The UC San Diego Neurological Surgery residency program offers comprehensive training with opportunities for residents to engage in clinical or basic science research, particularly in years four and five, when residents can either pursue protected research time or enfolded fellowships. The program is affiliated with renowned institutions such as the Scripps Research Institute and the Salk Institute, which enrichens the research experience and post-graduation career development opportunities.
Resident Life
Overview
The program is academic in its orientation, with input from world-renowned basic science researchers from the UC San Diego School of Medicine, UC San Diego Main Campus, the Scripps Research Institute, and the Salk Institute.
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# of Years of Program
Seven years, including internship.
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