University of Alabama Medical Center Program
Medical genetics and genomics - Birmingham, AL | ACGME Code: 1300113056
The University of Alabama Medical Center offers a Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency Program directed by Dr. Oleg Shchelochkov, MD. This three-year program is designed for physicians (MD, DO, or equivalent) seeking training in clinical genetics. The residency aims to train physicians to become skilled and independent medical geneticists capable of delivering cutting-edge clinical genetics and genomic services, as well as performing clinically relevant and translational research.
The program structure includes 18 months of clinical/laboratory training and 6 months of research, meeting requirements from the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG) and the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). Clinical training encompasses a diverse patient population at the NIH and rotations through clinical programs in Washington D.C. and Baltimore.
The third funded year offers the choice of conducting research relevant to Medical Genetics and Genomics or completing training in an additional genetics sub-specialty such as the Medical Biochemical Genetics Fellowship.
Applicants must be U.S. citizens, green card holders, or foreign nationals with a valid visa and have completed 3 years of a U.S. ACGME-accredited residency prior to their start date within the program.
For additional information about the Residency in Medical Genetics and Genomics, Program Staff, and Faculty, interested individuals can refer to the NHGRI website.
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- Graduate Medical Education (GME): Medical Genetics and Genomics Residency | Clinical Center Home Page
- Medical Research Scholars Program | Clinical Center Home Page
- Graduate Medical Education: Training Programs | Clinical Center Home Page
- Clinical Electives Program | Clinical Center Home Page
- Clinical Center Summer Internship Program | Clinical Center Home Page
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Birmingham city, Alabama
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- Proximity to Bigger Cities: Birmingham is within driving distance of major cities like Atlanta, Georgia (about 2.5 hours away), and Nashville, Tennessee (around 3 hours away).
- Pros: Affordable cost of living, diverse culture, proximity to other cities.
- Cons: Higher crime rate in some areas, hot and humid summers.
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