Rochester General Hospital Program
Obstetrics and gynecology - Rochester, NY | ACGME Code: 2203531343 | NRMP Code: 1509220C0
The Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency Program at Rochester General Hospital aims to graduate physicians who possess the knowledge, confidence, and skills necessary to practice independently. The program offers a comprehensive training experience through didactic education, simulation training, experiential learning, mentoring, and research opportunities.
Rochester General Hospital, a 528-bed tertiary care hospital, serves as the referral center within the Rochester Regional Health system. The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology receives referrals from 14 counties and 4 hospitals, providing residents with substantial volume and exposure. The hospital has a Level II NICU and offers primary coverage for private obstetrics and gynecology groups and a midwifery group.
Key highlights of the program include: - Residents benefit from surgical training across the system, including procedures at Rochester General Hospital and Unity Hospital, with a significant number of hysterectomies performed annually. - Department of Gynecology offers advanced minimally invasive surgery training with daVinci Xi Robots and BrainLab Technology. - Dedicated family planning clinic managed by a Board Certified physician for medical and surgical terminations and contraception management. - Support from fellowship-trained Gynecologic Oncologists and Reproductive Endocrinology experts through a partnership with Boston IVF. - Emphasis on patient safety, quality improvement, and professionalism exhibited by experienced specialists and subspecialists.
Educational activities include research projects, weekly protected didactic time, hands-on surgical training through animal and simulation labs, and various clinical rotations covering perinatology, antenatal testing, high-risk obstetrics, gynecologic oncology, urogynecology, and more.
Application requirements for the program include: - Graduates of LCME-accredited medical schools in the US and Canada or AOA-accredited osteopathic medicine colleges. - Valid ECFMG certificate for graduates of international medical schools. - No bias towards USMLE or COMLEX scores; preference given to applicants with postgraduate training or clinical experience. - Sponsorship of J1 and H-1B Visas, with preference for J1 Visa acceptance if unable to secure an H1b visa.
Overall, the program at Rochester General Hospital offers a well-rounded and rigorous training experience in Obstetrics and Gynecology, preparing residents for successful independent practice.
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