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Nuclear medicine - Stanford, CA | ACGME Code: 2000521018
The Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging training program at Stanford University aims to educate the next generation of leaders in academic and clinical Nuclear Medicine and Molecular Imaging. The program covers basic sciences, diagnostic and therapy aspects related to Nuclear Medicine, with ample research opportunities available. Clinical training occurs at Stanford Health Care, Lucile Packard Children's Hospital at Stanford, and the VA Palo Alto Health Care System. Trainees are expected to sit for the ABNM and ABR certification examinations upon completion of the residency.
Applicants interested in an academic career in Nuclear Medicine & Molecular Imaging are encouraged to apply to the Dual Pathway Nuclear Medicine and Diagnostic Radiology training after completing 1 year of training in an ACGME-accredited program in a clinical area. This dual pathway allows trainees to spend one year in the Nuclear Medicine program followed by four years in the Diagnostic Radiology program, with a final focus on research, Nuclear Medicine, and Molecular Imaging. Trainees in this pathway have dedicated research time throughout the 5 years of training.
Interviews for the program will be arranged for selected individuals, and applicants wishing to be considered for an interview and the Match should select the Radiology-Nuclear Medicine|1820770A0 (Advanced) track in ERAS and submit a complete application.
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- Pros: Proximity to top-notch educational and research institutions, relatively low crime rate, beautiful natural surroundings.
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