Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The University of Puerto Rico’s surgical residency program is designed to prepare residents for successful careers in various surgical specialties, including private practice and academic medicine. The curriculum encompasses rigorous clinical training with a mix of rotations, emphasizing skills in patient management, surgical techniques, and leadership development over five years. Throughout their training, residents are involved extensively in hands-on procedures, mentorship opportunities, and comprehensive care, ensuring a well-rounded surgical education.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program at the University of Puerto Rico appears to cater to International Medical Graduates (IMGs) based on its goal of preparing residents for various career paths, including private and academic practice which often includes IMGs. However, further explicit details about IMG acceptance rates or numbers specifically for IMGs aren’t provided in the text. It’s best to consult the program's official website or contact them directly for specific IMG related inquiries.
Categorical Positions
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Program Website
Address
UPR SOM-MSC, Guillermo Arbona Building, Medical Center, Río Piedras, PR
Program Director
Dr. William Méndez Latalladi
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Current Residents
Overview
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The General Surgery curriculum is highly comprehensive and includes didactic, research and clinical training. The program stresses all aspects of diagnostic work-up, preoperative preparation, intraoperative judgment, surgical technique, postoperative management and follow-up care. The extensive variety of clinical problems confronted at this multi-hospital complex allows each resident to have the opportunity to observe and experience firsthand the complexities of the response of the surgical patient to disease, trauma, and operative intervention.
Application
Application information for the residency program can be found on the relevant page and includes steps to apply, any specific deadlines, interview dates, and additional materials required for the application process. Check the program's application page for up-to-date deadlines and requirements.
# of Locations
The first-year trainees (PGY-1) rotate through all the medical center hospitals.
Fellowship
Graduates of the University of Puerto Rico surgical residency training program are equipped to enter fellowships, private practices, or pursue academic careers after their training. The program emphasizes comprehensive surgical training that prepares residents for multiple specialties and career paths, highlighting the importance of these avenues for residents' future careers.
Resident Life
Overview
The primary goal of the University of Puerto Rico surgical residency training program is to prepare each resident to be successful in the career path he/she chooses whether academics, subspecialty, rural or other private practice. Graduates of this program are competent to enter a fellowship or private practice or to continue on in an academic career.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
5 years
Housing
Details regarding housing support for residents, including accommodations and any stipends, can be found on the program’s housing page. It may cover whether housing is provided and information about partner housing options if available.
Alumni
Alumni of the residency program have pursued various career paths, including fellowships in specialties and positions in academic settings or private practice. A detailed breakdown of types of fellowships and positions post-graduation can be explored on the alumni page.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Includes comprehensive training across various surgical disciplines, opportunities for both academic and practical experiences.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
PGY-1 residents are typically allocated a certain amount of vacation time each year, as specified in the program’s policy regarding time off. This includes details on whether unused vacation can be carried over and the process for requesting time off.