Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Pediatric Residency at Wake Forest University School of Medicine focuses on the training and mentoring of well-rounded pediatricians over a three-year program. With a commitment to diversity, the program emphasizes personalized education, advocacy training, quality improvement, and research participation across pediatric subspecialties. Residents engage with diverse patient populations, ensuring comprehensive clinical training and equipping them for future academic pursuits.
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Program Details
Specialty
Pediatrics
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Pediatric Residency Program at Wake Forest University does not explicitly mention its IMG-friendliness in the provided text. However, the program details its commitment to diversity and inclusion, which may imply an openness to International Medical Graduates (IMGs). It's recommended that potential applicants inquire directly about policies regarding IMG applications, visa sponsorship, and acceptance of ECFMG certification directly with the residency program.
Categorical Positions
14
Categorical Positions (detail)
14 categorical residents each 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
Dr. Elizabeth Halvorson
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Current Residents
Overview
The program has 14 categorical residents per class, who are provided with personalized mentorship and training in a supportive environment. Detailed information about the specific current residents is not provided in the text.
PGY-1 MD
The total number of PGY-1 MD residents is not explicitly stated, but the program trains a total of 14 categorical residents per class. Therefore, it can be inferred that the program likely accepts around 14 MD residents per year, as suggested by the training structure.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
Our curriculum provides residents with graduated autonomy in the care of pediatric patients across clinical settings. As a referral center with representative faculty from all pediatric subspecialties, we offer exposure to a wide variety of disease processes. In addition to our clinical curriculum, we offer several options for residents to individualize their training to meet their future career needs.
Application
To apply for the Pediatric Residency at Wake Forest University, applicants must follow the application process outlined on the program's website, including the deadline and required materials. Specific details on deadlines or requirements were not found in the provided text. For more information, please check the official website.
# of Locations
Residents work at multiple locations including Brenner Children's Hospital and various network hospitals.
Fellowship
Resident Life
Overview
The Pediatric Residency program at Wake Forest provides comprehensive, well-rounded training in pediatrics to a diverse and talented team of residents. We train 14 categorical residents per class, offering truly personalized education and mentorship from a dedicated, multidisciplinary faculty encompassing all the pediatric subspecialties.
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# of Years of Program
The Pediatric Residency program typically lasts for three years.
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Salary & Benefits
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