Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Emergency Medicine Residency Program at the University of South Alabama is a three-year, fully accredited program, established in July 2019. It enrolls six residents each year and is dedicated to training the next generation of emergency physicians with a focus on providing compassionate and evidence-based emergency care across various clinical settings, particularly involved in the treatment of underserved populations in the Gulf Coast region.
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Program Details
Specialty
Emergency Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program is IMG-friendly, accepting International Medical Graduates (IMG) as evidenced by its diverse faculty and the broad range of practice patterns offered to residents. Though specific statistics on IMG acceptance rates are not mentioned, the program's supportive environment implies a welcoming attitude toward IMGs.
Categorical Positions
6
Categorical Positions (detail)
6 residents per year
Program Website
Address
2451 University Hospital Drive, Mobile, AL 36617
Program Director
Paul Henning, M.D.
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residency program includes a total of 6 residents enrolled in their first year (PGY-1).
PGY-1 MD
There are 6 PGY-1 MD residents currently enrolled in the residency program.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program has a three-year curriculum with focused training in areas such as critical care, trauma, and pediatric emergency medicine, and incorporates evidence-based, compassionate emergency care.
Application
To apply to the Emergency Medicine Residency Program, applicants must submit their applications through the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP). The application deadline is typically in October. Interviews are usually scheduled in November and December. Specific dates for interviews and additional documentation requirements should be checked on the residency program's application page directly.
# of Locations
Residents work in USA Health hospitals, which includes the state-certified Level I trauma center and burn center.
Fellowship
Recent graduates have pursued fellowships in various subspecialties, but specific information about fellowship opportunities is not detailed in the provided text. Generally, graduates are prepared for careers in emergency medicine and may pursue fellowships related to critical care, trauma, and pediatric emergency medicine.
Resident Life
Overview
The program is unique because it allows residents to see a broad range of practice patterns through diverse faculty training and educational focuses.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
3
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Alumni
Alumni of the Emergency Medicine Residency Program have gone on to pursue various fellowships in critical care, pediatric emergency medicine, and wilderness medicine. They often secure positions in academic settings, community hospitals, and some enter private practice. Graduates are notably employed in the Southeastern United States as well as other regions across the country.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Details on benefits can be found in the section about 'Salaries and Benefits' on the provided links.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
PGY-1 residents are provided with a specified amount of paid time off (PTO) annually for vacation. The policy details regarding unused vacation carry-over and the process for requesting time off should be verified directly with the program, as this information was not explicitly detailed in the text.