Johns Hopkins University Program

The General Surgery Training Program at Johns Hopkins University accepts seven individuals each year for its program, which includes both categorical and preliminary residents. The preliminary residency track allows highly qualified individuals from all over the world to receive broad training in general surgery without the expectation of completing their training at Johns Hopkins. The categorical residents are positioned to become future leaders in surgery.

Residents in the program have the opportunity to pursue advanced clinical training in various subspecialties upon completing their chief resident (PGY-5) year. These subspecialties include cardiothoracic surgery, endocrine surgery, minimally invasive surgery, pediatric surgery, surgical oncology, trauma surgery, and more.

The program provides a customized and individualized academic development experience lasting one to four years, depending on the residents' career goals and prior experiences. There are opportunities for research ranging from one to four years, with a focus on developing expertise in the scientific method and scientific investigation. The residents are expected to write and apply for grants to build competitive funding skills.

Teaching is a priority within the program, with extensive interaction between residents, faculty, staff, and experienced senior residents. There are weekly grand rounds, conferences, case discussions, and didactic lectures supplementing the clinical experience. Small-group conferences and hands-on sessions are held weekly.

Residents have the opportunity to engage in various activities promoting wellness through the Halsted4Life wellness initiative. Additionally, benefits include medical and dental care, disability and life insurance, paid vacation, and a competitive stipend.

Residents spend rotations primarily at The Johns Hopkins Hospital and Johns Hopkins Bayview Medical Center, with some elective time at affiliated institutions. The location offers exceptional surgical training and mentorship to prepare residents to become academic surgical leaders.

The Preliminary Surgery Program at Johns Hopkins accepts 18 residents each year from around the world. These preliminary residents have a similar experience to categorical residents, spending significant time on various general surgical services, including rotations in surgical intensive care units. Residents in other surgical specialties also spend time training in general surgery during their first year.

Overall, the Johns Hopkins surgery residency program aims to train technically adept surgeons and foster academic scholarship, passion for education, and inclusion for diverse individuals to excel in surgical careers. residents are appointed fellows of the Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine and receive additional benefits including medical and dental care, liability insurance, and a competitive stipend.