Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Yale-Waterbury Internal Medicine Residency Program integrates residents in a nurturing environment at Waterbury Hospital while being closely affiliated with Yale School of Medicine. The curriculum promotes lifelong learning and excellence in patient care, backed by a diverse faculty and a wide range of resources, research opportunities, and global health experiences. The program is especially welcoming to International Medical Graduates, offering various support mechanisms to aid their success in residency training.
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Yale-Waterbury Internal Medicine Residency Program accepts International Medical Graduates (IMGs) and actively supports IMG applicants by offering a comprehensive training environment at Waterbury Hospital, which is Yale-sponsored. They also provide resources and a collegial atmosphere that are beneficial for IMGs seeking residency training in internal medicine.
Categorical Positions
18
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Program Website
Address
330 Cedar Street, P.O. Box 208056, New Haven, CT 06510, United States
Program Director
Maribel Cruz
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster includes 12 PGY-1 MD residents, among which 5 are International Medical Graduates (IMGs). The program fosters an inclusive culture that encourages diversity and professional development among its residents through various initiatives and support systems.
PGY-1 MD
12
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
5
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The residency curriculum, implemented by talented residents and faculty hailing from a diverse set of backgrounds, also includes the extensive resources and collegial environments of the Yale School of Medicine and Yale New Haven Hospital. Residents can partake in rotations at both Yale New Haven Hospital campuses and at the VA Connecticut Healthcare System in West Haven. As a Yale School of Medicine and Yale New Haven Hospital program, we offer our residents exceptional leadership, research, and global health opportunities. These experiences include participating in the Yale/Stanford Global Health Scholars Program, the Yale Resident Fellow Senate, among many others. Many of our residents have been appointed to leadership positions as members of these programs since our program’s inception in 2014.
Application
The Yale-Waterbury Internal Medicine Residency Program's application process includes submitting the application via ERAS. Key details include interview information and FAQs available on the program's website, but exact dates are not specified in the text.
# of Locations
Residents can partake in rotations at both Yale New Haven Hospital campuses and at the VA Connecticut Healthcare System in West Haven.
Fellowship
The program offers numerous fellowship opportunities, allowing residents to pursue various subspecialties. Recent graduates of the program have participated in the Yale/Stanford Global Health Scholars Program, emphasizing global health initiatives. Additionally, residents have leadership roles in various organizations and programs associated with Yale, enhancing their post-graduation prospects.
Resident Life
Overview
Waterbury Hospital serves as the primary site of a Yale-sponsored internal medicine training program, Yale-Waterbury Internal Medicine Residency Program, joining the Department of Internal Medicine’s Yale Traditional, Yale Primary Care, and Yale Medicine/Pediatrics Residency Programs.
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# of Years of Program
The program has been in inception since 2014, and it continues to train residents.
Housing
No specific information about housing support or stipends for residents is mentioned in the text.
Alumni
Alumni from the Yale-Waterbury Internal Medicine Residency Program have gone on to hold leadership positions and participate in programs like the Yale/Stanford Global Health Scholars Program.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Exceptional leadership, research, and global health opportunities, including participation in the Yale/Stanford Global Health Scholars Program and the Yale Resident Fellow Senate.
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