Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The General Surgery Residency Program at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is a top-tier five-year residency that prepares graduates for successful careers in general surgery, surgical subspecialties, or academic medicine. It offers extensive operative experience with over 1,000 cases upon graduation, including exposure to innovative techniques and minimally invasive surgery. Graduates are well-equipped to pursue competitive fellowships in fields such as surgical oncology and pediatric surgery, with a focus on developing surgical leaders of tomorrow.
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Competitive
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The General Surgery Residency Program at Wake Forest University School of Medicine does not explicitly mention IMG-friendliness or the acceptance of International Medical Graduates. However, the program does have no stated restrictions on ECFMG certification or visa sponsorship, which is indicative of IMG support.
Categorical Positions
7
Categorical Positions (detail)
Our program is approved to finish seven categorical chief residents per year.
Program Website
Address
Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Bowman Gray Center for Medical Education, 475 Vine Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Program Director
Reese Randle, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident cohort in the General Surgery Residency Program includes seven PGY-1 MD residents, with no specific count mentioned for DO residents or IMG representation. Graduates of the program have successfully entered various fellowship positions following their training.
PGY-1 MD
Seven PGY-1 MD residents are currently enrolled in the program, as the program is approved to finish seven categorical chief residents per year.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Designed to give residents extensive surgical experience in an array of service areas.
Application
The application process for the 2022 ERAS cycle includes participation in the supplemental ERAS application. Applicants need to complete the MyERAS application. Specific deadlines are not mentioned, but it is recommended to check the AAMC website for the latest information and resources regarding the supplemental ERAS application.
# of Locations
8, including Davie Medical Center, High Point Medical Center, Lexington Medical Center, and Wilkes Medical Center.
Fellowship
The General Surgery Residency Program offers several fellowship opportunities for graduates. Notable fellowships mentioned include: 1) Abdominal Organ Transplant Fellowship, 2) Acute Care Surgery and Surgical Critical Care Fellowship, 3) Bradshaw Research Fellowship, 4) Mastery in General Surgery Fellowship, 5) Minimally Invasive Surgery Fellowship, and 6) Surgical Oncology Fellowship. Graduates frequently pursue these fellowships with institutions that specialize in their respective fields.
Resident Life
Overview
The General Surgery Residency program at Wake Forest School of Medicine prepares residents for private practice general surgery, subspecialty fellowship training or an academic career.
On Call Schedule
The program is fully compliant with resident duty-hour rules.
# of Years of Program
5 years
Housing
No specific information about housing options or support was found on the residency program's webpage.
Alumni
Graduates of the program have gone on to become board-certified surgeons, obtaining highly competitive fellowships in fields such as surgical oncology and pediatric surgery.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
As a Wake Forest resident you will receive: Competitive salary, Health, dental, and vision insurance, Long-term disability, Employee Assistance Program, Personalized lead.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
The text does not mention any specific vacation policy for residents, such as the amount of time allocated for vacation or whether unused vacation can be carried over.