University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus Program
Transitional year - Baltimore, MD | ACGME Code: 9992300049 | NRMP Code: 1244999P1, 1244999P0
The University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus offers a Transitional Year Program that aims to provide residents with a supportive clinical learning environment. The program emphasizes promoting wellness, supporting colleagues, nurturing future trainees, and encouraging academic and personal growth.
Residents in the Transitional Year program will care for patients in underserved communities and experience healthcare disparities. The program aims to prepare graduates to pursue specialty training by building upon their skills, knowledge, and experiences gained during the Transitional Year.
The curriculum includes rotations in critical care, emergency departments, inpatient wards, operating rooms, and ambulatory settings. Residents will have experiences in internal medicine, general surgery, intensive care units, and more. Graduates of the program have moved on to various specialty training programs in fields such as Radiology, Dermatology, Ophthalmology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Anesthesiology, and Interventional Radiology.
Testimonials from past residents commend the program for its supportive culture, high-quality attendings, commitment to resident well-being and professional growth, and opportunities for scholarly pursuits and career development. Residents appreciated the camaraderie among colleagues and the emphasis on teamwork and mutual support.
Overall, the Transitional Year program at University of Maryland Medical Center Midtown Campus provides a comprehensive training experience designed to equip residents with the skills and knowledge needed for their future specialty training endeavors.
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Baltimore County, Maryland
Living in Baltimore, MD - Program Location Overview
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- Pros: Diverse population, cultural attractions, educational opportunities, proximity to other major cities.
- Cons: Higher crime rate in some areas, slightly above average cost of living, extreme weather conditions.
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