Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program

The Cleveland Clinic Foundation Program offers an Interventional Radiology Residency program accredited by the ACGME since September 2017. They provide dual certification in Interventional Radiology and Diagnostic Radiology upon successful completion of the ABR certifying exam. The program offers two distinct pathways to IR certification:

1. Interventional Radiology-Integrated Residency: This is a five-year training program starting at the PGY-2 level. The program requires completion of an accredited one-year clinical internship. The first three years focus on diagnostic radiology, with the final two years concentrating on interventional radiology.

2. Interventional Radiology-Independent Residency: This program consists of one or two years of training after completing a Diagnostic Radiology Residency program. Two years of training are required for traditional radiology residency graduates, while one year is needed for graduates from a program with an ESIR pathway.

Application Requirements and Process:

• Medical school transcript
• Three letters of recommendation
• USMLE scores: Step I & Step II transcripts (COMLEX only will not suffice)
• Personal statement
• Curriculum vitae
• Photo

Additional Information:

• Completion of an ACGME-accredited preliminary year before radiology training
• Cleveland Clinic sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas
• No cut-off date for graduation from medical school
• Interviews take place from October through December
• Eligibility requirements include a medical degree from the US, Canada, or an ECFMG certification for international medical graduates

The program participates in the NRMP and does not accept applicants outside of the match. Completed applications must be submitted through ERAS.

For further details, applicants can refer to the diagnostic radiology residency pages at Cleveland Clinic and MetroHealth Medical Center. The program offers a diverse curriculum and the opportunity to specialize in various radiology services. Residents undergo rotations on various services in the areas of Biopsy, Body Imaging, Breast Imaging, Cardiac Imaging, and more.

Residents are allocated time for various conferences and retreats during the program. The curriculum includes a structured rotation schedule from PGY-2 through PGY-5 focused on different radiology services.

Overall, the program provides a comprehensive educational experience with exposure to a high volume of diagnostic and procedural cases, cutting-edge equipment and facilities, and a large number of subspecialized staff. Residents are encouraged to engage in research and scholarly activities, with resources available for presentations at scientific meetings.

For specific details or questions, applicants can contact the program directly using the provided contact information on the Cleveland Clinic's website.