Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Cleveland Clinic Akron General Urology Residency Program is a prestigious five-year training program taking place at three major teaching hospitals, including Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Summa Health, and Akron Children's Hospital. Approved by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education, the program emphasizes comprehensive surgical training, academic rigor, and hands-on clinical experience across various urologic subspecialties. This training culminates in eligibility for the American Board of Urology Qualifying Examination.
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Program Details
Specialty
Urology
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Cleveland Clinic Akron General Urology Residency Program does not explicitly mention its IMG-friendliness or acceptance rate for International Medical Graduates in the information provided. However, details such as the inclusion of diverse medical schools in resident backgrounds may suggest acceptance. Additional investigation may be necessary to confirm the program's stance on IMG applicants, including visa sponsorship details, which are not covered in this content.
Categorical Positions
2
Categorical Positions (detail)
Two positions are offered annually to candidates through the AUA Match.
Program Website
Address
9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44195
Program Director
Neel V. Parekh, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residents include 2 PGY-1 residents, both of whom have varied backgrounds and training, indicative of a diverse training environment. They are involved in extensive clinical rotations that cover critical areas in urology and surgery, providing a strong foundation for their future careers.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The first year includes six months of rotations in general surgery and six months of general urology. The next four years focus on surgical skills, urologic knowledge, and autonomy. Year two builds endoscopic skills with minor cases, year three focuses on complex endoscopic cases, and year four provides exploration of subspecialties including pediatric urology and robotic surgery. Chief year emphasizes major cases and areas of special interest.
Application
Applications must be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). The 2024 application deadline is September 25, and interviews will be held virtually on November 6, 8, 12, and 14 between 1:00 pm and 5:00 pm.
# of Locations
3 locations (Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Summa Health, and Akron Children's Hospital)
Fellowship
Roughly 50 percent of the graduates from the Cleveland Clinic Akron General Urology Residency Program move on to fellowships in various subspecialties including pediatric urology, FPMRS, infertility/andrology, and reconstruction, with opportunities for robotic surgery training as well. Recent graduates have pursued fellowships at affiliated institutions, including the American Board of Urology Qualifying Examination.
Resident Life
Overview
The Urology Residency Program at Cleveland Clinic Akron General is a five-year program with three major teaching institutions including Cleveland Clinic Akron General, Summa Health, and Akron Children's Hospital.
On Call Schedule
Protected academic time is every Wednesday from 7 a.m. until noon, and includes weekly conferences, urology grand rounds, imaging conference and core curriculum. All residents attend monthly journal clubs. Other meetings included in the urology educational program are monthly M&M conferences and multi-disciplinary pediatric conferences with radiology and nephrology.
# of Years of Program
5 years
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Alumni
Alumni of the program typically pursue fellowships in advanced urology and robotic surgery, with recent graduates entering positions in institutions like Summa Health and Western New York Urology Associates.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Financial support is provided to attend national, regional and local conferences. Completion of the program provides eligibility to sit for the American Board of Urology Qualifying Examination.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation