George Washington University Program
Urology - Washington, DC | ACGME Code: 4801021031
The George Washington University Urology Residency Program offers research opportunities in collaboration with esteemed institutions such as the National Cancer Institute and Children’s National Medical Center. Residents engage in various research projects encompassing basic sciences, clinical/translational research, and health policy projects due to the program's location in the nation's capital.
The educational curriculum includes weekly Grand Rounds, GU Oncology Conference, guest lectures, resident lectures, and other educational conferences. Residents benefit from personal time activities in Washington, D.C., including access to major airports, sporting events, nightlife, museums, outdoor activities, and nearby mountains.
Residents receive three weeks of paid vacation per year and a salary appropriate for their PGY level. Health, dental, and vision insurance, retirement plans, and additional benefits like disability insurance are provided. Residents also have access to medical journals and references through the Himmelfarb Health Sciences Library and receive support to attend various urology courses and conferences.
For more information on the residency program, interested medical students can contact Jamella Smith at [email protected].
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