Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Bridgeport Hospital Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Training Program is an ACGME-accredited program located in Bridgeport, Connecticut, established in 1946. It is dedicated to training exceptional obstetricians and gynecologists, providing a robust educational experience grounded in evidence-based practice and compassionate patient care. Residents gain comprehensive training through a diverse array of surgical experiences, including minimally-invasive techniques and a strong emphasis on outpatient care. Graduates are well-prepared for independent practice or advanced fellowship opportunities.
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Program Details
Specialty
OB/GYN
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program has not explicitly stated its IMG-friendliness or acceptance rate. However, the resident roster includes several residents from international medical schools, suggesting some level of IMG acceptance. Additionally, it may be worth confirming acceptance of ECFMG certification or visa sponsorship opportunities.
Categorical Positions
4
Categorical Positions (detail)
Four positions available per year for the OB Gyn residency program.
Program Website
Address
267 Grant Street, Bridgeport, CT 06610
Program Director
Jean Tornatore, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster in the professional Obstetrics and Gynecology program at Bridgeport Hospital includes a mix of 4 PGY-1 residents with diverse educational backgrounds from both U.S. and international medical schools, as well as residents in higher years with varied experiences and skills development.
PGY-1 MD
There are 4 PGY-1 residents currently enrolled in the program, all of whom are from international medical schools: Ross University School of Medicine (1), The Ohio State University College of Medicine (1), Albany Medical College (1), and St. George's University School of Medicine (1).
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PGY-1 IMG
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum for the resident didactics follows a 2-year cycle of topics tied to ACGME competencies and the core CREOG Educational Objectives. The material is presented in a variety of ways, including chapter reviews, Grand Rounds, practical workshops, hands-on simulation, Tumor Board, specialty-specific conferences, GME office resident education series, OSCEs, Morbidity and Mortality Conferences and journal clubs. The Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Training Program utilizes a night float rotation for the majority of nighttime clinical coverage. Residents spend a total of approximately eight weeks on night float each of the four years of training.
Application
Applications for the Incoming July 2025 Class are accepted through the ResidencyCAS program. The NRMP will be used for the matching process.
# of Locations
There are multiple hospital sites including Bridgeport Hospital and Bridgeport Hospital Milford Campus, among others.
Fellowship
Bridgeport Hospital's Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program prepares graduates for various fellowship opportunities, particularly in subspecialties such as Maternal Fetal Medicine, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reproductive Surgery, Gynecologic Oncology, and Family Planning. Past graduates have progressed into these fellowship tracks in reputable institutions.
Resident Life
Overview
The Bridgeport Hospital Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Training Program has been training exceptional generalists since 1946.
On Call Schedule
Residents spend a total of approximately eight weeks on night float each of the four years of training. Each rotation consists of an upper and a lower-level resident. The night shift team works a 10-hour shift on Sunday night, and 14-hour shifts for five days from Monday night through Saturday morning for two weeks at a time. The remaining nights and weekends are broken into a 24-hour Saturday shift, and a Sunday day shift, with two weekend shifts per month on average.
# of Years of Program
The residency program spans four years, with positions available each year.
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Alumni
Many graduates have obtained training in various subspecialties including Maternal Fetal Medicine, Female Pelvic Medicine and Reproductive Surgery, Gynecologic Oncology, and Family Planning. Some alumni have entered private practice, while others have pursued academic, fellowship, or faculty positions.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Residents will gain extensive robotic surgery experience, exposure to the newest minimally-invasive surgical techniques, and strong emphasis on outpatient experience.
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