Boston Childrenĺs Hospital Program
Pediatrics/Anesthesiology (components individually accredited) - Boston, MA | ACGME Code: 7262444001 | NRMP Code: 1259726C0
The Boston Children's Hospital Program offers Core and Advanced Pediatric Anesthesiology Rotations for residents from Harvard-affiliated institutions, local hospitals, and occasionally hospitals outside Boston. Residents gain experience in the perioperative care of pediatric patients of varying ages and surgical complexities.
Core Pediatric Anesthesiology Rotation: - Focuses on developing residents' knowledge and technical skills in perioperative care. - Expectation: Safe and competent care of healthy or moderately ill children. - Includes preoperative evaluation, medical optimization, anesthetic planning, intraoperative management, and immediate postoperative care.
Advanced Pediatric Anesthesiology Rotation: - Offered to residents who completed an equivalent core rotation. - Presents patients with complex pathophysiology and challenging anesthetic considerations. - Emphasizes analysis, synthesis, and evaluation of patient care needs and management.
Application Process: - Rolling basis applications for the Advanced Pediatric Anesthesiology Rotation. - Requires a personal statement, letter of recommendation, and optional CV. - Residents from non-affiliated institutions need sponsorship from their core residency program. - Material deadline: Nine months before preferred rotation start date. - Note: Must have a limited or full Massachusetts medical license. The cost is $100 for limited and $600 for full.
The program's website does not specify visa support or competitiveness/IMG-friendliness. Residents applying for the Advanced Rotation should contact Program Director Jue Wang, MD for approval.
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- Pros: Rich history, cultural diversity, top educational institutions, vibrant arts scene.
- Cons: High cost of living, higher crime rate in certain areas.
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