Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Carle Foundation Hospital Psychiatry Residency Program is fully accredited by the ACGME and offers comprehensive training across various fields of psychiatry. This program emphasizes both clinical and academic excellence, meeting the needs of a diverse patient population while ensuring that residents become adept psychiatrists prepared for independent practice. Strong support from faculty and collaboration with other healthcare professionals ensures a rich educational experience.
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Program Details
Specialty
Psychiatry
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program accepts applications from both U.S. and international medical school graduates, specifically stating that J1 visas are available for international applicants. This indicates that it is IMG-friendly.
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Program Website
Address
Carle Foundation Hospital, 611 W Park St, Urbana, IL 61801, USA
Program Director
Benjamin Gersh, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The Psychiatry Residency program currently admits a diverse cohort of residents. The program's commitment to mentorship and comprehensive training is evident through its dedicated faculty and structured curriculum. The first year primarily focuses on inpatient psychiatry, neurology, and internal medicine rotations, providing residents with a solid foundation to build upon in subsequent years.
PGY-1 MD
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program offers in-depth training in various psychiatric areas including psychotherapy training starting in the first year, interventional psychiatry, integrated care, work with the veterans population, dual diagnosis/substance abuse treatment, and more. Interdisciplinary training is provided in conjunction with psychologists, physician assistants, psychiatric nurse practitioners and medical students. Residents succeed in passing national boards, gaining acceptance in highly competitive fellowships, and finding attractive hospital-based and outpatient-based positions.
Application
Application Process: Applications must be submitted through ERAS by November 15. Interviews are by invitation only, occurring from mid-October through December, with notifications through ERAS.
# of Locations
4 hospitals and affiliated clinics
Fellowship
The Psychiatry Residency program offers various fellowship opportunities tailored to the interests of the residents. The curriculum supports residents in securing fellowships in subspecialties such as Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, Geriatric Psychiatry, and Addiction Psychiatry. Recent graduates have pursued advanced training at reputable institutions affiliated with the program.
Resident Life
Overview
The Psychiatry Residency Program is part of the outstanding residency training system at Carle Health and is committed to making a difference in the lives of our residents, our patients and the world. Inspired and engaged scholarship; innovation and discovery; and impassioned and insightful patient care happen here.
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# of Years of Program
4 years
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Alumni
Alumni typically pursue various psychiatric fellowships, academic positions, and roles in private practice. Common fellowship areas include addiction psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, and geriatric psychiatry, with a diverse distribution across the United States.
Salary & Benefits
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PGY-1 Salary
62800
Vacation
PGY-1 residents receive two weeks of paid vacation each year, which generally cannot be carried over to the next year; approval for time off must be arranged with program administration.