University of Nevada Reno School of Medicine Program

The University of Nevada Reno Psychiatry Residency Program offers a comprehensive and diverse training experience to produce resilient, empathetic psychiatrists. The program emphasizes prevention, early intervention, community-based activities, and comprehensive care across various clinical settings. Residents have opportunities for longitudinal experiences and scholarly programming tailored to individual interests.

Key program highlights: - Resident Complement: 24 total, 6 per year - ACGME accredited program emphasizing psychotherapy and pharmacotherapy training - Multiple training sites in public and private sectors with home-based on-call duties - Weekly longitudinal psychotherapy clinic starting in PGY 1 year - Weekly elective time starting in PGY 2 year - Completion of general psychiatric requirements by end of PGY 3 year - Individualized attention to personal and professional development - Located in a high desert and mountain environment

The residency program reviews applications through ERAS and participates in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). International medical graduates are welcome, but they must be ECFMG certified and eligible to live and work in the U.S. Visa sponsorship is limited to J-1 visas. The application deadline is December 1.

Residents experience a robust didactic curriculum that complements clinical rotations. The didactic program covers essential psychiatric knowledge and skills necessary for practice, professionalism, ethical principles, and educational activities. Residents are encouraged to engage in scholarly projects and participate in process groups for peer support.

The clinical curriculum includes rotations at diverse community-based institutions, providing exposure to various patient populations and emphasizing collaboration with primary care and other specialties. Residents have elective opportunities in private practice, forensic psychiatry, rural telepsychiatry, and other areas based on individual interests.

The program's residents come from diverse backgrounds with unique interests and hobbies, contributing to a rich learning environment. The residents are actively involved in teaching and research, bolstering their educational experience.

For more detailed application requirements, interview process, and additional program information, applicants are encouraged to visit the program's official website.