Washington Hospital Center Program
Urology - Washington, DC | ACGME Code: 4801012033
The MedStar Health—Georgetown University Hospital Urology Residency Program in Washington, D.C., is an ACGME-accredited five-year program dedicated to providing a comprehensive training experience in all aspects of urology. The program focuses on mentorship, clinical care, clinical research exposure, and lifelong learning.
The curriculum includes a wide range of clinical experiences, exposure to various healthcare systems, early exposure to sub-specialty areas, advanced surgical techniques, and hands-on training in complex surgeries. Residents rotate through different institutions such as MedStar Georgetown University Hospital, MedStar Washington Hospital Center, the VA Medical Center, Children’s National Medical Center, and the National Institutes of Health. The program places importance on global health initiatives with opportunities for residents to work in international locations.
The program also offers dedicated research opportunities with rotations for project development, abstract presentations, and manuscript publication. Residents have presented their research at regional and national conferences. The residency strongly supports diversity, equity, inclusion, and global health initiatives.
The application process involves applying through ERAS, and the program participates in the AUA Urology Match. Application requirements include the ERAS common application form, USMLE Step 1 transcript, medical school transcript, personal statement, dean's letter, and letters of recommendation. The program sponsors J1 visas for residents.
For further information, interested applicants can reach out to the Urology & Orthopaedic Surgery Program Coordinator at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital.
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- Urology Residency Program | Washington D.C. | MedStar Health
- Faculty | Urology Residency Program | Georgetown University Hospital | MedStar Health
- Georgetown Urology Residency Program | Applicant Information | MedStar Health
- Urology Residency | Letter from Department Chair | MedStar Health
- Current Residents | Urology Residency Program | Georgetown | MedStar Health
- Recent Graduates | Urology Residency Program | DC | MedStar Health
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