University of Texas Medical Branch (Austin) Program
Surgery - Austin, TX | ACGME Code: 4404831421
The General Surgery Residency at Dell Medical School at The University of Texas at Austin is dedicated to training surgeons focused on value-based, patient-centered care. The program offers four categorical (five-year) and three preliminary (one-year) positions through the National Residency Matching Program. Successful applicants are required to be certified in advanced cardiac life support, with preferred qualifications including scores of 230 and above on each USMLE Step exam, no failures on any USMLE exam, and recent medical school graduation for international applicants.
The curriculum includes a diverse range of rotations such as Acute care surgery, Colorectal/foregut, Surgical oncology, Pediatric surgery, and more, aimed at providing a deep understanding of value-based, patient-centered health care delivery. Residents are exposed to various educational conferences, formal activities, and supplemental training throughout the program.
The program is led by Professor Carlos V.R. Brown, the Program Director of the General Surgery Residency, who ensures that graduates are fully prepared to pursue careers in community practices, academia, or competitive fellowships. The residency is based primarily at Dell Seton Medical Center in Austin, affiliated with Dell Med's Department of Surgery and Perioperative Care.
For applicants interested in this program, applications are accepted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), with a deadline of December 1. The program participates in the ERAS cycle and conducts interviews in November and December for categorical residents and in January for preliminary residents.
Overall, the General Surgery Residency at Dell Medical School is designed to provide a transformative educational experience that equips residents with the necessary skills and knowledge to excel in surgical practice and delivery of healthcare in a patient-centered manner.
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