Baptist Memorial Medical Education Program

The Baptist Memorial Medical Education General Surgery Residency program is dedicated to training highly qualified general surgeons to address the growing need for surgical care in the Mid-South region. They provide comprehensive surgical training in urban, community, and rural settings to ensure their graduates have successful practices. Residents gain experience in advanced tertiary referral hospitals, community-based hospitals, and small town clinical practice.

The program's core faculty comprises experienced surgeons with expertise in resident education, surgical research, and advanced clinical practice. They emphasize on training well-rounded surgeons through dedicated mentorship, early immersion in surgical techniques, and progressive autonomy in the operating room.

Baptist Memorial Hospital has invested in a surgical simulation lab with advanced equipment for hands-on training. This program also focuses on surgical quality, high-value patient care, and education on procedure simulation, laparoscopy, and robotics.

The program offers a unique opportunity for motivated future surgeons to learn, practice, and operate in an environment of collegiality, mutual respect, responsibility, teamwork, and enjoyment. Residents can anticipate clinical experiences at various clinical sites, including tertiary referral centers, rural hospitals, and trauma centers in partnership with Vanderbilt University in Nashville.

The stipends for residents range from $59,198.76 to $70,747.20 for the academic year 2022-2023. The program emphasizes the value of research and scholarly activity to advance the field of surgery and offers ample opportunities for residents to engage in various research endeavors.

The program is directed by established leaders in the field of surgery, like Stephen W. Behrman, MD, and supported by a team of experienced faculty and program coordinators. The program aims to train surgeons who are not only clinically competent but also leaders in promoting quality care and exceptional patient outcomes. Residents can expect a challenging yet rewarding training experience at Baptist Memorial Hospital.