Specialty:
Obstetrics and gynecologyACGME Code:
2205121298NRMP Program Code:
2980220C0Overview
The Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency at Macon & Joan Brock Virginia Health Sciences at Old Dominion University offers a comprehensive training program designed to create advocates for women's health and improve patient outcomes. This four-year ACGME-accredited program emphasizes the integration of education and community-based healthcare, ensuring that residents gain a diverse set of experiences across various clinical settings.
1Residents will benefit from the program's integration into multiple hospitals and clinics, fostering opportunities for hands-on learning and research aimed at reducing healthcare disparities.
1Curriculum
The curriculum is structured to provide a gradual increase in clinical responsibility over four years of training. Each year focuses on different core areas within obstetrics and gynecology, ensuring comprehensive preparation for board certification.
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First Year
In the first year, residents rotate through essential clinical areas including internal medicine, obstetrics, benign gynecology, and continuity care clinics. Key learning outcomes for this year involve performing uncomplicated vaginal and Cesarean deliveries, along with minor and major gynecological surgeries.
3Second Year
The second year introduces residents to more complex cases and greater involvement in surgical procedures. Interns will rotate through gynecologic oncology and family planning, enhancing their skills in surgical interventions.
3Third Year
The third year focuses on advanced gynecologic surgery, specializing in reproductive endocrinology, urogynecology, and outpatient high-risk obstetrics. Residents begin to take on chief-level responsibilities in various clinical settings.
3Fourth Year
During the final year, residents take full responsibility for patient management and significantly contribute to teaching newer residents and medical students, rounding out a well-rounded training experience.
3Training Sites
The residents engage in a variety of clinical experiences across several key facilities, ensuring a diverse training background:
1Sentara Norfolk General Hospital
This is the primary teaching hospital and the only Level I trauma center in the area, handling around 3,000 deliveries annually. This extensive obstetrical training provides residents with high levels of responsibility and diverse pathology.
1Children's Hospital of The King's Daughters
A leading pediatric care institution, this site allows residents to engage in the management of gynecological issues relating to pediatric patients.
1Sentara Leigh Hospital
Focusing on advanced imaging and minimally invasive gynecological procedures, this facility enhances training in surgical approaches.
1Shady Grove Fertility Jones Institute
This institute offers residents exposure to innovative assisted-reproductive technologies, integral for those pursuing specialties in reproductive endocrinology.
1Research Opportunities
The program emphasizes the importance of research and offers translational research opportunities through a perinatal research program, strengthening residents' abilities as clinicians and scientists. This research endeavor aims to improve patient care and outcomes.
1Application Requirements
Applicants aiming for a position in this highly competitive program must meet several requirements:
- A passing score on the USMLE Step exams on the first attempt.
- Completion of medical school within eight years prior to application.
- A minimum of three letters of recommendation, including a dean’s letter.
- International Medical Graduates require a valid ECFMG certificate.
- The program only supports J-1 visas for international applicants.
Competitiveness
This program is known to be highly competitive, making it essential for applicants to present a strong application. The program has a reputation for being friendly towards both US and international medical graduates, providing opportunities for diverse candidates to apply.
2Benefits and Support
Residents receive a comprehensive benefits package, including competitive stipends, wellness programs, and support services to promote work-life balance and mental health resources. The Wellness Works program provides residents access to support groups, counseling services, and leadership coaching.
1Living in Hampton Roads
The vibrant Hampton Roads area comprises nine cities and five counties, providing residents with access to waterfront, historical attractions, and recreational activities. This region contributes significantly to a balanced lifestyle, fostering both personal and professional growth.
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