Maimonides Medical Center Program
Surgery - Brooklyn, NY | ACGME Code: 4403521221 | NRMP Code: 1428440C0, 1428440P0
The General Surgery Residency Program at Maimonides Medical Center provides a comprehensive training experience aimed at producing well-qualified, technically excellent surgeons who deliver compassionate patient care. Residents benefit from a wide variety of cases across all specialties, extensive operative experience including robotic surgery, and exposure to culturally diverse communities in Brooklyn.
The program offers a structured curriculum that includes grand rounds, core lectures, multidisciplinary conferences, and educational activities like simulation labs and journal clubs. Residents receive training in various areas such as colorectal, breast, ENT, pediatric, bariatric, vascular, thoracic, and surgical oncology.
Maimonides Medical Center requires applicants to submit three letters of recommendation along with Step 1 and Step 2 scores. They prefer a minimum score of 240 on the first attempt for Step 1 and Step 2 and require Step 3 to be completed by the match date if an H1B visa is necessary. The program sponsors H1B and J1 visas if needed. Previous U.S. experience is not required, and they have foreign medical graduates in their program. Candidates must apply through the ERAS portal, and applications are reviewed until the quota is filled.
For further information or questions, interested applicants can reach out to the Department of Surgery at Maimonides Medical Center in Brooklyn, NY.
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Team
PGY1 Positions 5 ( 5, 7, 5, 4, 7 )
Admission
Training
Quality of Life
Location
Brooklyn borough, Kings County, New York
Living in Brooklyn, NY
Brooklyn, a borough of New York City, offers a diverse and vibrant living experience with a mix of cultures, activities, and amenities.
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- Proximity to Other Cities: Brooklyn is close to Manhattan, approximately a 30-60 minute drive, depending on traffic.
- Pros: Cultural diversity, plenty of entertainment options, convenient public transportation.
- Cons: High cost of living, traffic congestion, some areas may have safety concerns.
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Match History
1428440C0
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
1428440P0
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
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