University of Mississippi Medical Center Program

The Department of Anesthesiology at the University of Mississippi Medical Center offers a fully accredited four-year residency training program that prepares residents to become skilled anesthesiologists. The program is characterized by a competency-based curriculum which includes systematic progression of key learning goals and milestones, ensuring comprehensive training for all residents. The program has the capacity to train 40 residents, cultivating proficient and knowledgeable professionals capable of serving as experts in anesthesia and perioperative medicine.

Curriculum Structure

The first year, or the Clinical Base Year (CBY/PGY1), focuses on broad training in essential clinical foundations. Interns will engage in various rotations including, but not limited to:

• Critical Care Medicine
• Pulmonology
• Pediatrics
• Neurology
• Obstetric-Maternal Fetal Medicine
• Surgical Wards
• Adult Emergency Medicine
• Cardiology
• Acute Pain Service

This foundational year culminates in an intensive one-month anesthesiology rotation designed to deliver simulation training, alongside a thorough orientation to the operative environment.

The subsequent three years (PGY2-PGY4) are dedicated to clinical anesthesia training which emphasizes the practice of anesthesiology. During these years, residents will rotate through various subspecialties of anesthesia, with the third year (CA3 year, PGY4) allowing for individual interests to be pursued further, whether in general anesthesia practice or specific subspecialty areas.

Throughout these training years, the program encompasses a robust didactic curriculum featuring:

• Weekly departmental grand rounds
• Basic and advanced resident lectures
• Morbidity and Mortality conferences
• Journal clubs
• Problem-based learning discussions
• ABA oral exam preparation

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Research Opportunities

The program promotes resident involvement in scholarly activities, offering opportunities to engage in research across various anesthesia subspecialties, such as obstetric anesthesia and pain management. A dedicated CA-3 elective rotation is available for residents wishing to focus intensively on research initiatives. Additionally, support and funding are provided for residents to present their findings at national meetings, aiding in their professional development.

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Resident Involvement

Residents are encouraged to enhance their teaching skills by delivering departmental grand rounds presentations, supervising simulation training for peers, and engaging in formal lectures and clinical teaching. This involvement helps cultivate leadership and communication skills essential for anesthesiology practice.

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Application Process and Special Requirements

The application process is exclusively executed through the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS), with a deadline of October 15 for submissions for the upcoming academic year. The program has ten approved PGY-1 positions available each year and is structured to accommodate categorical training, which includes one year of internship followed by three years devoted to clinical anesthesia.

Key requirements for application include:

• _complete ERAS common application form_
• _current Curriculum Vitae_
• _personal statement_
• _three current letters of recommendation_
• _medical school transcript_
• USMLE or COMLEX scores_

All applicants must have passed USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 or COMLEX Levels 1 and 2 prior to application submission. Additionally, for those who have completed prior residency training, a passing Step 3 score must be provided before the final ranking.

The residency program does not sponsor H1B visas, and while they typically do not support visa applications, the selection process focuses on the most qualified candidates without regard to visa status.

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Competitiveness and Eligibility

The Anesthesiology residency program at the University of Mississippi Medical Center is viewed as competitive, with a strong emphasis on selecting the best candidates from a diverse pool of applicants. The program is welcoming to both U.S. medical graduates and international medical graduates, fostering a diverse and inclusive training environment.

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