Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Department of Surgery at the University of Wisconsin is recognized as one of the leading surgical programs in the nation, focusing on exceptional patient care, surgical education, and rigorous research. The department boasts over 170 full-time faculty across multiple divisions, performing nearly 22,000 operations annually for both pediatric and adult patients across various surgical specialties. It is actively engaged in training future surgeons and clinician-scientists, and offers a range of educational opportunities.
Specialty Competitive Score:
Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The University of Wisconsin Department of Surgery does not specify its IMG friendliness explicitly. There is no mention of 'International Medical Graduates,' 'IMG applicants,' 'Eligibility for International Graduates,' or 'IMG acceptance rate' in the provided text. It would be advisable to check additional documentation or contact the program directly for precise information regarding the acceptance of IMGs.Indicators to look for include ECFMG certification acceptance, visa sponsorship options (H1-B, J-1), or the number of current/past IMG residents.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
over 150 residents and fellows each year
Program Website
Address
UW Department of Surgery
Clinical Science Center
600 Highland Avenue
Madison, Wisconsin 53792-7375
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Current Residents
Overview
The program trains more than 150 residents and fellows across four residencies and 10 different surgical specialty training programs. The exact current resident profile details were not provided, but the program is noted for its comprehensive training approach.
PGY-1 MD
150 residents are being trained each year in four residencies and 10 different surgical specialty training programs, while specific numbers for PGY-1 residents were not available in the text provided.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Training the next generation of surgeons and clinician-scientists is integral in our department, with more than 150 residents and fellows being trained each year in four residencies and 10 different surgical specialty training programs.
Application
# of Locations
Residents will work across 11 divisions and various specialties.
Fellowship
The University of Wisconsin Department of Surgery offers a comprehensive training program and does not provide explicit details on fellowship opportunities in the provided text. Refer to their official website or contact them directly for descriptions of fellowships or post-residency paths available for graduates.
Resident Life
Overview
Welcome to the UW–Madison Department of Surgery, one of the leading surgical programs in the nation, excelling in patient care, surgical education, and surgical research.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The program length is not explicitly stated in the text but involves extensive training across multiple specialties.
Housing
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Provides comprehensive educational experiences, groundbreaking research and superb patient care.
PGY-1 Salary
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