Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is a fully accredited three-year program that equips residents to become proficient emergency physicians capable of working in both academic and community settings. With a solid foundation in superior clinical training, the program emphasizes progressive responsibility, tailored rotations, and prepares residents through extensive exposure to diverse cases, critical care, and procedural skills. The residency is backed by a rich historical legacy, access to numerous medical facilities, and a robust support system for underrepresented groups.
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Program Details
Specialty
Emergency Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Wake Forest University School of Medicine is welcoming to International Medical Graduates, as indicated by the support programs for underrepresented minority residents and fellows being available, as well as potential affiliations with diverse medical institutions.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
The program trains 11 categorical residents each year, with additional rotations at affiliated hospitals including Moses Cone Memorial Hospital.
Program Website
Address
Wake Forest University School of Medicine, Bowman Gray Center for Medical Education, 475 Vine Street, Winston-Salem, NC 27101
Program Director
Cedric Lefebvre, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster includes a diverse team of residents who come from across the country, showcasing a commitment to attracting high-quality medical professionals.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The Emergency Medicine Residency program offers a balanced curriculum training to residents to become leaders within their field of study. A carefully prepared curriculum combines the unique strengths of two institutions (the Medical Center and Moses Cone) with the flexibility to tailor a program to individual interests through elective rotations. Residents receive training in critical care, pediatrics, and other relevant areas, with a focus on graded responsibility and increasing autonomy as they progress through the program.
Application
Application process details and deadlines not specified in the provided text; however, applicants can contact Emily Kurtz at 336-716-4625 or email emkurtz@wakehealth.edu for inquiries. The application process may contain specific requirements.
# of Locations
Residents rotate through their busy emergency department (ED) at Moses Cone Memorial Hospital, located in Greensboro, NC, for a valuable community-based EM experience, along with their training at the 885-bed tertiary care institution affiliated with Wake Forest University School of Medicine.
Fellowship
Fellowship opportunities include various specialized programs such as Addiction Medicine Fellowship, Critical Care Fellowship, Emergency Medical Services Fellowship, and more across different disciplines related to emergency medicine. The program also focuses on leadership and administrative skills in several fellowships.
Resident Life
Overview
The Emergency Medicine Residency at Wake Forest School of Medicine is a three-year program training emergency physicians to practice emergency medicine in whatever setting they choose.
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# of Years of Program
3 years
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Alumni
Alumni from the program are noted for working in various competitive fellowships and academic roles, but specific outcomes are not detailed in the text. Alumni often work in both community and academic settings, given the program's history and standing.
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.
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