TriHealth (Good Samaritan Hospital) Program

The Vascular Surgery Residency at TriHealth (Good Samaritan Hospital) offers a comprehensive training program aimed at producing highly skilled vascular surgeons. With a rich history dating back to 1952, when the pioneering vascular surgeon John J. Cranley established a dedicated laboratory, the program has evolved to become a leader in innovative vascular surgical training.

The residency is fully accredited and offers both an integrated 0 + 5 program and a traditional 5 + 2 program. The integrated program allows senior medical students to directly enter the vascular surgery residency, eliminating the need for a traditional general surgery training phase.

Curriculum Overview

Residents receive rigorous training in a hospital setting that supports their development in both open vascular and endovascular surgical techniques. With access to state-of-the-art facilities, including dedicated endovascular hybrid suites, residents are involved in approximately 15,000 major surgical procedures annually. Each vascular resident can expect to perform close to 200 open vascular operations, as well as more than 400 therapeutic and 300 diagnostic endovascular procedures during their training, ensuring they meet and often exceed the ACGME requirements.

Rotations

The residency curriculum includes an 18-month core general surgery experience, after which 42 months are dedicated solely to vascular surgery training. This structure allows residents to engage in a diverse array of surgical procedures while participating in unique rotations, such as:

• John J. Cranley Vascular Laboratory
• CT and MRI imaging
• Transplant surgery
• Trauma surgery
• Surgical Intensive Care Unit

Operative Experience

Each year, residents gain hands-on experience in the hospital's multiple operating rooms, including specialized endovascular suites. The program emphasizes the execution of a significant number of procedures to ensure residents graduate with no deficiencies. This level of operative experience places residents at a significant advantage as they progress into their professional careers.

Research Opportunities

Residents have the chance to engage in both bench and clinical research, supported by the E. Kenneth Hatton MD Institute for Research and Education. The program is heavily involved in FDA vascular studies, providing residents with exposure to the latest advances and technologies in the field.

Conferences and Didactics

The program provides extensive educational opportunities through various conferences, which include:

• Quality Improvement Conferences
• Grand Rounds
• Vascular Basic Science Conferences
• Vascular Journal Clubs
• City-Wide Vascular Conferences

These conferences feature discussions on complex cases and innovations, enhancing residents' knowledge and facilitating interaction with experienced faculty and practicing vascular surgeons.

Salaries and Benefits

The residency offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, which includes health and dental insurance, life insurance, long-term disability coverage, and professional liability insurance. Residents are also provided with educational stipends for society memberships and conference travel, ensuring they have resources to pursue further learning opportunities. Additionally, all residents receive a monthly food stipend and various other supportive resources such as surgical loupes and lead eyewear.

Eligibility and Application Process

To apply for the residency, candidates must meet specific eligibility criteria, which vary between the two program structures. The minimum requirements include a completed ERAS application, IMG or U.S. medical school transcripts, and satisfactory scores on USMLE examinations (Step I and II) on the first attempt. The program is competitive, and recruitment is conducted through invitation-only interviews.

Visa Support

The program provides visa sponsorship for qualified international medical graduates, facilitating the necessary visa types to support their training in the United States. This opens doors for a diverse range of applicants to gain invaluable training in vascular surgery.

Competitiveness

The program is known to be highly competitive for applicants but also maintains an environment that is welcoming to DO and international medical graduates (IMGs). This ensures a diverse cohort of residents who can learn from one another in a collaborative educational framework.