Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Urology Residency at USF Health is a five-year program that trains three residents per year. The program offers extensive experience by rotations at various esteemed hospitals, such as Tampa General Hospital and Moffitt Cancer Center. Residents will engage in a diverse curriculum with exceptional mentorship and opportunities for hands-on training in urologic surgery, aiming to produce skilled and compassionate urologists.
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Program Details
Specialty
Urology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Urology Residency Program accepts International Medical Graduates (IMGs) as applicants, though specific acceptance rates or numbers are not provided. They emphasize a diverse and inclusive environment for training urologic surgeons but do not explicitly mention ECFMG certification or visa sponsorship policies in the information available.
Categorical Positions
3
Categorical Positions (detail)
Three residents per year in the Urology Residency Program.
Program Website
Address
Department of Urology, 2 Tampa General Circle STC, Room 6081, Tampa, FL 33606
Program Director
Trushar Patel, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster includes 3 PGY-1 MD residents. Details on PGY-1 DO residents and the number of IMGs among them are not explicitly provided, thus remain uncertain.
PGY-1 MD
3
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PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Residents follow the AUA Urology Core Curriculum and have access to world-class simulation opportunities at the CAMLS Center, along with exceptional hands-on mentoring.
Application
Virtual Interviews
Dates: November 18, 2024 6 pm – 9 pm, December 9, 2024 6 pm – 9 pm
# of Locations
Five locations: Tampa General Hospital, James A. Haley Veterans Hospital, Moffitt Cancer Center, Advent Hospital Tampa, and the Arnold Palmer Children's Hospital Orlando.
Fellowship
Upon completion of the Urology residency, graduates may pursue various fellowship opportunities. These may include subspecialties in urology, but specific fellowships or institutions affiliated with the program are not detailed in the provided text.
Resident Life
Overview
The USF Health Urology Residency Program is a three resident per year, five year training program with training at five unique sites.
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# of Years of Program
Five years.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Not explicitly mentioned, but includes diverse experiences and exceptional hands-on mentoring.
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