Medical College of Georgia Program

The Pathology Residency Training Program at Medical College of Georgia aims to recruit diverse housestaff members and equip them to pass certification boards, secure competitive fellowships, and work independently as pathologists. Residents are exposed to a wide variety of cases, have research opportunities, attend didactic series, and receive mentoring. The program offers curriculum flexibility, including an optional away elective. Residents rotate through various pathology specialties and have a strong faculty to housestaff ratio. The program emphasizes faculty's open-door policy, teaching passion, and fostering a sense of camaraderie among residents.

Augusta, Georgia, where the program is located, offers a vibrant city with a "small town feel" and diverse activities. Residents receive a competitive salary with a low cost of living. The program supports residents in joyfully completing their four years of training at Augusta University. The website includes information on resident stipends, benefits, faculty, Chief Residents, teaching opportunities, as well as the program's research and awards, and recognition for faculty's contributions to resident education.

Residents participate in multiple teaching opportunities, have a strong support staff, and access a book fund, scholarly activity funds, and additional funds for presenting at national meetings. The program is fully accredited and recognized by the American Board of Pathology. Application requirements include a medical degree, ECFMG certification, Three reference letters, Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), official USMLE score results, and applying through Electronic Application Residency Service (ERAS) by November 1st. Residents regularly perform well on various examinations, and the program aims to prepare them for competitive fellowships and lifelong learning.