Madigan Army Medical Center Program
Surgery - Tacoma, WA | ACGME Code: 4405412011
The General Surgery Residency Program at Madigan Army Medical Center is known for its dedication to providing high-quality care to beneficiaries while training residents for combat medicine. The program offers realistic military unique training for surgical residents, preparing them to serve in both war and peace.
Key Program Highlights: - Ranked as the program with the highest first-time board pass rate over 15 years of all 231 general surgery residency programs in the country. - Over 50% of residents have scored in the top 10% on the American Board of Surgery In-Training Examination (ABSITE) for the past 5 years. - High volume of early operative experience. - Home of "Behind the Knife: The Surgery Podcast." - Night float throughout residency.
Training Structure: - R1 Year (PGY-1): Early operative exposure with rotations in General Surgery, Acute Care, Vascular, and Burn surgery, with interns performing 100-120 surgeries as the primary surgeon. - R2 Year (PGY-2): Focus on critical care medicine in trauma, thoracic, and transplant ICUs, and primary consultant for surgical consults. - Research Year (PGY-3): Dedicated to research projects with an emphasis on combat surgical care studies. - R3 Year (PGY-4): Increased complexity in operative cases, rotations at Mary Bridge Children's Hospital, private bariatric practice, and trauma exposure. - R4 Year (PGY-5): Transition to the role of team supervisor with increasing complexity in operative cases. - Chief Year (PGY-6): Focus on personal leadership and refining patient management skills as the primary surgeon for complex procedures.
Madigan Army Medical Center's General Surgery Residency Program offers a challenging environment for aspiring surgeons, emphasizing personal growth, teamwork, and excellence.
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PGY1 Positions 4 ( 4, 4, 3, 3, 3 )
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Tacoma city, Washington
Living in Tacoma, WA
- Crime Rate and Safety: Tacoma has a slightly higher crime rate compared to the national average, but the downtown area has seen improvements in recent years. It's advisable to pay attention to your surroundings, especially at night.
- Fun Activities: Tacoma offers a variety of outdoor activities, including hiking, biking, and water sports. The city is also home to museums, art galleries, and theaters. Nearby Mount Rainier National Park is a must-visit for nature lovers.
- Climate: Tacoma has a mild climate with wet winters and dry summers. Expect some rain throughout the year, but temperatures are relatively moderate.
- Races and Population: Tacoma is a diverse city with a population that includes Caucasians, Hispanic/Latinos, African Americans, Asians, and Native Americans.
- Education: Tacoma is home to the University of Washington Tacoma campus and several other higher education institutions. The city values education, and there are opportunities for both learning and research.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in Tacoma is relatively lower than Seattle, but housing costs have been rising in recent years. It's still more affordable than many other major cities on the West Coast.
- Nearest Bigger Cities: Seattle is about 30 miles north of Tacoma, and the driving time can vary depending on traffic but typically takes around 45 minutes to an hour. Seattle offers a bigger city experience with more job opportunities, cultural events, and entertainment options.
- Pros: Affordable cost of living, proximity to outdoor activities, diverse population, educational opportunities.
- Cons: Slightly higher crime rate, potential for rainy weather, rising housing costs.
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