Stanford Health Care-Sponsored Stanford University Program
Interventional radiology - integrated - Stanford, CA | ACGME Code: 4160500003 | NRMP Code: 1820416A0, 1820416C0
The Stanford Health Care-Sponsored Stanford University Program offers an Integrated Interventional Radiology (IR/DR) Residency Program. This ACGME-accredited program consists of a 1-year surgical internship focused on IR, followed by 3 years of diagnostic radiology training and 2 years of interventional radiology training. After completion, graduates are eligible to obtain a dual IR-DR certificate from the American Board of Radiology.
The program emphasizes exposure to complex cases, a wide case mix, and clinical training across various medical facilities, including the Palo Alto VA Hospital, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital, and outpatient Interventional Radiology Clinics. The educational curriculum covers the full spectrum of image-guided interventions and innovative treatments.
For application, interested candidates need to submit various materials through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), including a personal statement, curriculum vitae, medical school transcript, dean's letter, letters of recommendation, and USMLE Step I scores, along with a color photograph. Application inquiries can be directed to Geri Anne Derendinger, the Residency Coordinator.
On the other hand, they also offer an Independent Interventional Radiology (IR) Residency Program, which requires 1 or 2 years of dedicated IR training post-completion of a diagnostic radiology residency. After finishing the program, graduates can obtain a dual IR-DR certificate. The curriculum, clinical exposure, and educational quality are highly regarded in this program as well.
The application for the Independent IR Residency program includes submitting materials via ERAS, such as a personal statement, curriculum vitae, letters of recommendation, and USMLE Step scores, including ESIR verification documents for ESIR applicants. Application inquiries can be directed to Elizabeth Rangel, the Residency Coordinator.
Both programs have limited residency positions available annually through the NRMP Match, with specific deadlines for application submission outlined on the program website.
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PGY1 Positions 3 ( 3, 3, 3, 3, 3 )
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Stanford CDP, California
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- Climate: Stanford has a Mediterranean climate with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers.
- Races and Population: Stanford has a diverse population with a mix of races and cultures due to its proximity to Silicon Valley and the university.
- Education: Stanford University, one of the world's leading research and teaching institutions, is located in the area.
- Cost of Living: Stanford's cost of living is high, mainly due to the area's proximity to Silicon Valley and its tech industry.
- Nearest Big Cities: San Francisco and San Jose are the nearest big cities to Stanford. Both cities are approximately 30-45 minutes away by car, depending on traffic.
- Pros: Proximity to top-notch educational and research institutions, relatively low crime rate, beautiful natural surroundings.
- Cons: High cost of living, traffic congestion in the nearby cities, competitive housing market.
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1820416A0
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2023
2020
1820416C0
2022
2021
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