Good Samaritan University Hospital Program

Good Samaritan University Hospital offers a robust residency program in Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB/GYN) designed to prepare residents for a career in women's healthcare. This four-year residency combines comprehensive clinical training with extensive didactic education, ensuring that residents develop the necessary skills to manage both medical and surgical aspects of the specialty.

Program Overview

The OB/GYN residency integrates both inpatient and outpatient care, providing residents with opportunities to participate in hospital-based deliveries, surgical experiences, and community health initiatives. A key feature of the program is its focus on continuity of care, accomplished through partnerships with community health centers such as Sun River Health, enhancing residents’ exposure to a diverse patient population.

Curriculum and Training

The OB/GYN curriculum is meticulously structured to cover all requisite facets of women's health, including obstetrical care, gynecological surgery, and preventive medicine. Residents engage in lectures, journal clubs, case presentations, and teaching rounds that promote continual learning.

Didactic Component

The didactic training supports the clinical experience, including:

• Weekly protected time for lectures
• Chairman’s rounds and grand rounds for in-depth discussion of complex cases
• Monthly journal clubs to encourage scholarly activity and critical appraisal of current literature
• Annual minimally invasive gynecologic surgery workshop

Clinical Rotations

Residents typically rotate through various clinical settings, including OB/GYN clinics, labor and delivery, gynecologic surgery, neonatal intensive care, and internal medicine. Notable rotations include:

• PGY 1: Basic obstetrics and gynecology, ambulating gynecology, and critical care
• PGY 2: Advanced obstetrics, gynecologic oncology, and minimally invasive gynecologic surgery
• PGY 3: Maternal-fetal medicine, reproductive endocrinology, and procedural gynecology
• PGY 4: Chief administrative responsibilities, further advanced surgical experience, and supervisory roles over junior residents

Training Sites

Good Samaritan University Hospital, a New York State Designated Level II Trauma Center, serves as the primary location for training. The residency program also provides opportunities to work at various hospitals within the Catholic Health system, enhancing the diversity of clinical experiences.

Research Opportunities

Residents are encouraged to engage in scholarly activities and are required to complete a research project by the end of their training. This involves utilizing the support of faculty mentors and participating in departmental research initiatives that may culminate in presentations at conferences and submissions to peer-reviewed journals.

Competitive Salary and Benefits

The residency program offers a competitive salary structure along with a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Annual salaries ranging from $77,500 in the first year to $91,500 in the sixth year, inclusive of stipends for housing and meals
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) funds for educational development
• Uniform stipend and additional perks to support residents during their training

Application Process and Competitiveness

The program accepts applications through the Standardized Application Process (CAS) and is considered competitive. Candidates must meet specific criteria, including:

• A minimum number of failed STEP exams
• Graduation from an accredited medical school (both MD and DO graduates are accepted)

Good Samaritan University Hospital has a reputation for being both IMG-friendly and supportive of a diverse array of applicants.

Visa Sponsorship

The program is capable of sponsoring J-1 visas, which facilitates the application process for international medical graduates seeking residency in the United States.

Environment and Culture

The OB/GYN residency promotes a supportive and collegial atmosphere among residents and faculty. Regular social events and mentorship opportunities are structured into the residency program, fostering community and ensuring a balance between rigorous training and personal well-being.