Ascension St John Hospital Program

The Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency Program at Ascension St. John Hospital is a four-year program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education. They accept four residents per year. Located in Detroit, the hospital is a Level I trauma center with various specialized units and facilities.

Residents receive subspecialty training in Obstetrics and Gynecology along with additional experience in various branches of medicine. The program is affiliated with Wayne State University School of Medicine, St. George University School of Medicine, and Central Michigan University School of Medicine. Residents have protected time for educational conferences, rounds, and lectures covering a wide array of topics.

As part of the curriculum, residents engage in patient care, teaching activities, and have access to specialized training areas such as Benign Gynecology, Gynecologic Oncology, and Maternal-Fetal Medicine. The program also offers opportunities for research and participation in multi-center clinical trials.

The department prioritizes patient safety and has several initiatives focusing on this aspect. The hospital has a state-of-the-art Birthing Center that handles a substantial number of deliveries annually and emphasizes optimal care for infant feeding and mother/baby bonding. Residents at St. John Hospital are actively involved in simulation exercises and training sessions related to patient safety objectives.

For further details, interested applicants can access additional information through the FREIDA database. Applications are accepted exclusively through ERAS for this program.