Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Neurosurgery program at the University of Kentucky College of Medicine is committed to providing a comprehensive educational experience designed to equip residents with the necessary skills to perform a wide array of neurosurgical procedures. With access to highly-ranked basic science departments and several notable research opportunities, residents can expect to engage with evidence-based practice to inform their clinical decisions. The program prioritizes a robust learning environment for both residents and medical students, enhancing professional growth in the field of neurosurgery.
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Program Details
Specialty
Neurosurgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The University of Kentucky College of Medicine's Neurosurgery program does not explicitly mention its eligibility for International Medical Graduates (IMGs) or any acceptance rates for IMG applicants. However, the program may be considered IMG-friendly based on factors such as potential visa sponsorship, acceptance of ECFMG certification, or the presence of current IMG residents which was not detailed in the overview provided.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
Not mentioned
Program Website
Address
780 Rose Street, Lexington KY 40536-0298
Program Director
Dr. Craig VanHorne
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Current Residents
Overview
Details regarding the current residents, including specific breakdowns of PGY-1 residents and their specialties or educational backgrounds, were not provided in the overview. Therefore, an exact summary is considered 'unknown'.
PGY-1 MD
Specific numbers pertaining to the current PGY-1 MD residents in the Neurosurgery program were not explicitly mentioned in the provided text, leading to an assumption of 'unknown' unless stated otherwise in direct resident statistics.
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PGY-1 IMG
The document did not specify the number of current PGY-1 residents who are International Medical Graduates, marking this count as 'unknown'.
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The objective is to provide an educational experience that will enable our graduates to have the skills to perform the full range of neurosurgical operations. Other objectives relate to acquiring evidence-based skills for sound clinical decision making.
Application
The residency application process can be explored at /departments/neurosurgery/residency-application-process. Specific details regarding deadlines and requirements are not mentioned in the text provided.
# of Locations
The residents primarily work within the Kentucky Neuroscience Institute at UK HealthCare and the UK College of Medicine.
Fellowship
The Neurosurgery program offers several fellowship opportunities, including the CAST Endovascular Fellowship, CAST Spine Deformity Fellowship, and Stereotactic and Functional Fellowship, as affiliated with established institutions. Recent graduates have pursued these subspecialties, indicating a strong emphasis on career development post-residency.
Resident Life
Overview
The UK College of Medicine Department of Neurosurgery offers great opportunities for residents and medical students. Our objective is to provide an educational experience that will enable our graduates to have the skills to perform the full range of neurosurgical operations. The basic science departments are ranked in the top 20 percent of NIH funded programs and offer opportunities for research experience.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The residency program typically spans 7 years, combining the first year of General Surgery and the subsequent 6 years of neurosurgery training.
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Alumni
The alumni section is available at /sites/alumni, but specific outcomes or fellowship paths of alumni are not detailed in the text provided.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The program provides excellent educational experiences aimed at developing skills for comprehensive neurosurgical operations, with opportunities for research experience.
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