Mount Sinai Medical Center of Florida, Inc Program

Mount Sinai Medical Center's Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program is an ACGME-accredited four-year residency located in Miami Beach, Florida. The program focuses on providing comprehensive training and education in obstetrics and gynecology, enabling residents to develop into exceptional physicians equipped to integrate the pathophysiology of disease with compassionate patient care.

Program Overview

The residency program emphasizes high-quality patient care and educational training resources. It is designed to support residents in their growth as both individuals and medical professionals. This robust curriculum encourages residents to become self-directed learners, preparing them for leadership roles within the community and the specialized field of obstetrics and gynecology.

Clinical Rotations

Residents gain clinical experience at Mount Sinai Medical Center and the Miami Beach Health Center, which serves a diverse patient population across various socioeconomic groups. Training involves exposure to comprehensive maternal and gynecological care, surgical procedures, and ambulatory primary care for women. The curriculum is structured to adhere to the educational requirements set forth by the American Board of Obstetrics and Gynecology (ABOG) and the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME).

Curriculum

The residency curriculum is organized into clinical rotations that cover:

• Female Pelvic Medicine and Reconstructive Surgery
• Gynecologic Oncology
• Maternal-Fetal Medicine
• Reproductive Endocrinology and Infertility

Residents are expected to attend various educational conferences, including Clinical Case Management Conferences, Grand Rounds, Journal Clubs, and Research Conferences. Active participation and attendance of 75% or greater is mandatory.

Research Opportunities

Engagement in research is highly encouraged, and residents may participate in scholarly activities including hypothesis development, clinical research, and quality improvement projects. The program actively supports collaboration across its educational programs to facilitate meaningful research output.

House Staff Benefits

The residency program at Mount Sinai offers a multitude of benefits to its residents:

• Group hospitalization insurance for residents and dependents
• Dental insurance for residents and dependents
• Long-term disability insurance of $1,500 monthly after an elimination period of 180 days
• 28 paid vacation days for PGY-2 and higher residents; 21 vacation days for PGY-1
• 14 paid sick days per academic year
• Medical, Parental, and Caregiver leave policy
• $2,000 academic allowance per year
• $1,500 food stipend
• Free parking and uniform lab coat provision

Application Process

The program offers three residency positions each year. Applications are accepted exclusively through ResidencyCAS, and applicants must be enrolled in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). The deadline for application is October 1st. Required documents include:

• USMLE Step I and II: minimum score of 210
• COMLEX: score of 500 minimum
• Three letters of recommendation
• Medical School Transcript
• Medical School Diploma
• Dean’s letter and personal statement

International medical graduates must hold an ECFMG certificate and must be legally eligible to work in the U.S. The program only sponsors J-1 visas for residency training.

Competitiveness and Special Requirements

The Mount Sinai Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program is considered competitive. Several criteria impact the eligibility for interviews, including graduation period and STEP exam performance. The program is committed to a diverse applicant pool, encouraging individuals from various backgrounds to apply.