Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The General Surgery Residency at Baylor College of Medicine consists of three distinct training tracks: the Traditional Track, Research Track, and Innovation Track. Each offers a different focus and depth of training within general surgery. The program is designed to prepare residents for a comprehensive spectrum of surgical practice and research opportunities, providing mentorship and a supportive learning environment.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
International graduates must meet the requirements established by the Graduate Medical Education Office at Baylor College of Medicine, as set by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners and Immigration Services. They will also need to contact the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates for information regarding the paperwork process for students and graduates of foreign medical schools. Baylor College of Medicine requires international medical graduates to meet the terms for an Institutional Permit, as outlined by the Texas State Board of Medical Examiners and have the documents necessary for a J-1 Visa.
Categorical Positions
4
Categorical Positions (detail)
4 positions in Traditional Track, 4 positions in Research Track, 1 position in Innovation Track
Program Website
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One Baylor Plaza, MS390, Houston, TX 77030
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Current Residents
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PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes objectives, mentorship opportunities, various rotations, conferences, and resources tailored to enhance the residents' learning experiences.
Application
For the 2023 ERAS cycle, applicants are required to complete the MyERAS application, and participation in the supplemental ERAS application is optional. The application and supporting materials must be received through ERAS by the Surgery Education Office. Requirements include three letters of recommendation, personal statement, dean's letter, USMLE board scores, and a completed ERAS application.
# of Locations
Multiple hospital and clinic locations.
Fellowship
Candidates who complete the research track can do so after their PGY-2 year of clinical training. There is also an Innovation Track for candidates who complete two years of surgical innovation after their PGY-2 training. Other fellowship options linked include a Global Surgery Track, which incorporates rural and international studies.
Resident Life
Overview
What makes this residency program unique? The General Surgery residency program offers three separate specific tracks: Traditional Track, Research Track, Innovation Track, and Global Surgery Track, each tailored to provide a distinct set of training opportunities and experiences.
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# of Years of Program
5 years
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