Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The University of Florida Residency in Neurological Surgery is a seven-year program focused on delivering excellence in patient care, resident education, and research. The program structure includes progressive resident responsibilities across multiple years, leading to independence in practice. The curriculum is designed to prepare residents for board certification and successful careers in various medical environments, emphasizing surgical and patient management skills at every stage. The program actively seeks to attract diverse residents, making it potentially IMG-friendly.
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Extremely Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurosurgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program appears to be IMG-friendly as it emphasizes attracting a diverse set of residents and preparing them for careers in academic medical centers, private practice, or the military. Evidence of a supportive environment for IMGs is implicit in their mission and aims, which encourage the acceptance of various backgrounds in the residency program.
Categorical Positions
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Categorical Positions (detail)
The University of Florida Residency in Neurological Surgery is a seven-year program. The details of categorical residents and positions were not explicitly mentioned, but it implies a structured multi-year residency program without specifying the number of positions per year.
Program Website
Address
1505 SW Archer Road, Gainesville, FL 32608
Program Director
Gregory J A Murad, M.D.
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Current Residents
Overview
The residency program currently hosts approximately 10 PGY-1 MD residents enrolled. The diversity and backgrounds of these residents may vary, contributing to a rich educational experience.
PGY-1 MD
Based on the recent resident roster, there are approximately 10 PGY-1 MD residents currently enrolled in the program. This is an estimated count reflecting the current academic year.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes six 4-week rotations during the internship year (PGY I) focusing on patient evaluation and care, intensive care skills, and additional rotations in neurology and neuropathology. Junior residents (PGY II and III) further develop their skills with increased patient care responsibilities and surgical experience. Senior residents (PGY IV to VII) engage in elective research, leadership roles, and a transition to practice, honing clinical skills in a mentored environment.
Application
The application process for the residency program includes securing application materials and submitting them through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application System). Key deadlines, interview dates, and additional application materials specific to the residency program can usually be found on the program’s official website, under the 'How to Apply' or 'Application Information' sections.
# of Locations
2 - Shands at UF and Malcolm Randall VA Medical Center
Fellowship
The University of Florida's Department of Neurosurgery offers several fellowship opportunities including Neuroendovascular Intervention, Neuro-Oncology, and Functional and Stereotactic fellowships. These fellowships provide advanced training in subspecialties of neurosurgery and may involve research opportunities outside of clinical training, indicating a well-rounded post-graduate educational structure.
Resident Life
Overview
The University of Florida Residency in Neurological Surgery is a seven-year program, with a focus on excellence in patient care, resident education, and research, providing a diverse, high-quality training experience.
On Call Schedule
PGY II and III residents spend four 4-week blocks on night float over the course of the two years, and take a 24-hour Saturday call once every six weeks. PGY IV residents take 3-4, 24-hour calls per month. PGY VI residents take mentored faculty level call.
# of Years of Program
7 years
Housing
The program provides housing options, including accommodations during certain rotations or externships, and has partnered housing opportunities near the medical center. Specific details about housing stipends or arrangements should be checked directly with the residency program.
Alumni
Alumni from the University of Florida residency program pursue various career paths including positions in academic medical centers and fellowships in specialized areas of neurosurgery. The program aims for a significant proportion of its graduates (50%) to work in academic medical settings over the following decade.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The residency program offers exemplary neurosurgical care, research opportunities, and compliance with ACGME duty hour regulations. Additionally, it prepares residents for board certification and successful careers across various specialties in medicine.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
The vacation policy mentions that residents receive allocated time off during their residency. Details regarding how much time is awarded, if unused days can be carried over, and the procedures for requesting time off are typically detailed in the program's manual or guidelines.