Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The General Surgery Residency Program at UMass Chan Medical School is dedicated to providing a comprehensive training in general surgery. In collaboration with UMass Memorial Health, the program aims to improve the health and wellbeing of diverse communities in Central Massachusetts through culturally-sensitive excellence in surgical education, healthcare delivery, and research. This five-year residency offers a unique experience across various general surgery subspecialties. With an emphasis on high clinical volume and broad specialty exposure, the program prepares residents to be competent, confident graduates and future leaders in General Surgery.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
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Categorical Positions
47
Categorical Positions (detail)
The residency program is authorized for forty-seven resident positions by the RRC. Over the course of five years, residents are provided a comprehensive and unique experience in general surgery and its various subspecialties.
Program Website
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Surgery • 55 Lake Ave North, Worcester, MA 01655
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident cohort includes 9 PGY-1 MD residents, two of which are identified as International Medical Graduates (IMG).
PGY-1 MD
9
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
2
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Residents participate in a diverse range of experiences across general surgery and various subspecialties throughout their training.
Application
To apply for the General Surgery Residency Program, please refer to the 'How to Apply' section on the UMass Chan Medical School website. Specific deadlines and application requirements can be found there.
# of Locations
Affiliated hospitals vary in clinical emphasis, providing significant exposure to surgery.
Fellowship
Resident Life
Overview
The General Surgery Residency Program conducted by the Department of Surgery of the UMass Chan Medical School is unique due to its comprehensive training that integrates three residency programs with a focus on academic and clinical strengths.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The program typically lasts for five years, with a mission that focuses on improving health and well-being through culturally-sensitive surgical education and healthcare.
Housing
The program offers detailed information about housing options, including potential housing stipends or partnered housing listed under the 'Life in Worcester' section.
Alumni
Alumni of the General Surgery Residency Program at UMass Chan Medical School have pursued various career paths, including fellowships in subspecialties and academic positions. Detailed outcomes and specific institutions where alumni work may be listed on the program's alumni page.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The program highlights include academic development time, global surgery opportunities, and residency wellness.
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