Atlantic Health System/Morristown Medical Center Program

The General Surgery Residency Program at Morristown Medical Center, part of the Atlantic Health System, offers a comprehensive training experience. The program emphasizes early operative exposure and a structured curriculum to ensure residents receive individualized attention from dedicated teaching staff. Residents benefit from a team-oriented approach to patient care, working alongside skilled colleagues and support staff.

Morristown Medical Center is a nationally recognized center of excellence with state-of-the-art facilities, including robotic, laparoscopic, and open surgical options. As a tertiary referral center for northwestern New Jersey, residents have the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population, including cases in areas such as cancer care, trauma, open heart surgery, and pediatrics.

The program is committed to fostering a supportive environment, recognizing the challenges of surgical residency. Resources are in place to address stress and promote work-life balance for residents. Graduates of the program have gone on to successful careers as general surgeons or pursued competitive fellowship positions, with some returning to Morristown as valued faculty members.

The Surgical Residency Program at Morristown Medical Center aims to produce well-rounded, skilled surgeons who are capable of leadership in the field. Dr. Kevin James, the Program Director, welcomes aspiring surgeons to explore what Morristown has to offer and looks forward to getting to know potential candidates further.