Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Emergency Medicine Residency Program at the Keck School of Medicine of USC is a distinguished and comprehensive four-year training program initiated in 1971. It emphasizes clinical excellence, procedural competence, and culturally competent care in a diverse, high-volume hospital setting. Residents engage in a balance of hands-on training in emergency departments and essential off-service rotations, preparing them for diverse career pathways, including fellowships in specialized areas. The program boasts a strong alumni network and maintains a commitment to the educational development and wellness of its residents.
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Program Details
Specialty
Emergency Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program is friendly to International Medical Graduates (IMGs). It accepts graduates from international medical schools who hold a current ECFMG certificate or an unrestricted medical license in a U.S. jurisdiction. Additionally, there is no specific cutoff for USMLE Step 1 scores, and it is stated that all applicants will be considered regardless of their background.
Categorical Positions
7
Categorical Positions (detail)
The program has multiple categorical residents and information about ranking for categorical positions is noted, but no specific number for the residents is mentioned in the text. Residents rotate through various departments and gain exposure to a range of clinical settings.
Program Website
Address
Keck School of Medicine of USC, 1975 Zonal Ave., Los Angeles, CA 90033
Program Director
Craig Torres-Ness, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident class includes a diverse group of individuals, including International Medical Graduates. The program fosters a collaborative environment with regular wellness check-ins and peer-support systems to ensure the well-being of all its participants.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The 4-year curriculum offers comprehensive training in Emergency Medicine, focusing on graduated responsibility. It includes modules tailored to different levels including topics pertinent to residents' training levels. Protected resident conference time is scheduled on Thursdays, featuring small group learning followed by departmental educational rounds.
Application
Applications are accepted through the NRMP. The first set of interview invitations will be sent out on October 12th at approximately 12PM PST. Interviews are conducted on a rolling basis, and applicants are encouraged to apply as early as possible. After review, applicants will be invited for an interview, placed on a wait list, or informed that they will not be invited.
# of Locations
Residents train at LA General Medical Center, USC Verdugo Hills Hospital, Good Samaritan Hospital, and Long Beach Memorial Medical Center.
Fellowship
The program has a robust structure that allows graduates to pursue various fellowship opportunities, including Pediatric Emergency Medicine, Emergency Medical Services, Medical Education, Clinical Ultrasound, and Emergency Medicine Research Fellowships. These fellowships provide additional training and are accessible to program alumni.
Resident Life
Overview
The Emergency Medicine (EM) residency training program at LA General/USC is one of the oldest and longest-running EM residency programs in the country, known for educational innovation, research, and training clinically competent emergency medicine physicians.
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# of Years of Program
4 years with each year designed to expand clinical knowledge, procedural experience, and leadership skills.
Housing
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Alumni
The program has over 600 graduates, many of whom are in private practice or have pursued further training. Several alumni continue in academics, research, and subspecialty practices throughout the United States and internationally.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Interns can participate in small group peer-facilitated debriefing sessions focusing on wellness throughout their training. Graduated responsibility is promoted, empowering residents to grow into confident, autonomous senior residents.
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Vacation
Vacation policy for PGY1 residents includes 4 weeks of vacation; however, additional specific details were not mentioned.