Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Psychiatry Residency Program at Cleveland Clinic Akron General offers an enriching training experience in a supportive and academic environment. With a blend of clinical and didactic education, residents are equipped to become skilled psychiatrists. The program emphasizes mentorship, research involvement, and hands-on training in diverse clinical settings. Furthermore, it promotes a work-life balance, ensuring that residents receive comprehensive training while enjoying personal well-being.
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Program Details
Specialty
Psychiatry
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Psychiatry Residency Program at Cleveland Clinic Akron General accepts international medical graduates (IMGs). They offer both J-1 and H-1B visas for international applicants, and they require ECFMG certification as part of the application process.
Categorical Positions
4
Categorical Positions (detail)
We offer 4 PGY1 positions each academic year.
Program Website
Address
9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44195
Program Director
Silpa Balachandran, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current PGY-1 cohort consists of 4 MD residents and 1 IMG among them, reflecting a blend of backgrounds in the residency program. The program fosters a collaborative environment with access to experienced faculty and comprehensive training in psychiatric care.
PGY-1 MD
4
PGY-1 DO
0
PGY-1 IMG
1
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The didactic curriculum is continuously revised to provide the latest in neuropsychiatry, psychotherapeutic interventions and socio-cultural topics in psychiatry.
Application
Applications accepted through ERAS only. Deadline is December 1st of the year prior to the start. Interviews on Wednesdays, November through January of the year prior to start. Application requirements include CV, transcripts, letters of recommendation, personal statement, and ECFMG certification (if applicable). For international applicants, J-1 and H-1b visas are offered, with specific conditions for USMLE.
# of Locations
6
Fellowship
The residency program provides opportunities for participation in research and scholarly activities, with the expectation that residents will present findings at national meetings. Specific fellowship opportunities are not detailed in the provided text, indicating a need for further inquiry into post-residency fellowship pathways.
Resident Life
Overview
Cleveland Clinic Akron General serves as the southern regional hospital for the Cleveland Clinic and our program is affiliated with the Cleveland Clinic Lerner College of Medicine of Case Western Reserve University (CCLCM) and Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED).
On Call Schedule
PGY-1 Night Float from 7p.m.-7a.m. Sunday through Thursday night (2 weeks at a time, 6 months out of the year). PGY-2 Night Float from 7p.m.-7a.m. Sunday through Thursday night (2 weeks at a time, 2 months out of the year).
# of Years of Program
4
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Excellent work-life balance during residency training, comprehensive clinical care, and the opportunity to teach medical students.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation