New Residency Programs

Duty Hours, Call Structures, and Float Systems in Early-Stage Programs

Practical guidance for early-stage residency programs: design ACGME-compliant duty hours, call structures, and night-float systems for wellness and compliance.

What If a New Residency Loses Accreditation While I’m a Resident?

What happens if a new residency loses accreditation? Learn steps to protect board eligibility, transfer options, and finish training without derailing career.

Mistakes Applicants Make Interpreting ACGME Status on New Programs

What Does ‘Initial Accreditation’ vs ‘Continued’ Really Mean for Me?

Learn what ACGME initial vs continued accreditation means for residency applicants: risks, benefits, and how to confidently pick a program that fits your goals.

How Often Do New Residency Programs Lose Accreditation? The Numbers

From ‘Proposed Program’ to First Graduating Class: A Year-by-Year Map

Step-by-step 3-5 year roadmap to launch a new residency program: ACGME application, recruitment, accreditation, and first graduating class planning.

Why Hospitals Rush to Open Residencies—and How It Affects Your Training

Core Faculty Requirements in New Programs: What Serious Applicants Check