Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center (LAMC) offers an ACGME-accredited General Surgery Residency program since 1973, aimed at training well-rounded general surgeons with unlimited career options. The program prioritizes high-volume general surgery, minimally-invasive techniques, and various complex surgical cases, guided by a dedicated faculty with diverse subspecialties.
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Program Details
Specialty
General Surgery
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program accepts only U.S. citizens and Permanent Residents, and they are unable to sponsor visas. This suggests it may not be IMG-friendly since international medical graduates would typically require visa sponsorship.
Categorical Positions
4
Categorical Positions (detail)
4 categorical residents and 5 preliminary residents; Total of 11 residents including 2 designated Urology and 1 Interventional Radiology preliminary resident
Program Website
Address
Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center, 4867 Sunset Blvd, Los Angeles, CA 90027
Program Director
Dr. Louise Yeung
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Current Residents
Overview
The intern cohort includes 4 categorical residents, 5 preliminary residents, and additional designated residents for Urology and Interventional Radiology, totaling 12 residents in the first year. 4 chief residents graduate each year, with 90% first-time pass rate on the American Board of Surgery.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program involves active involvement and early clinical responsibility, with a focus on academics and clinical skills. It includes training in general surgery and opportunities for subspecialty fellowships. The program accepts 4 categorical residents and 5 preliminary residents each year, including designated Urology and Interventional Radiology preliminary residents.
Application
Application Deadline: November 1, 2024
Interview Timeframe: November-January
Next Positions Available: July 1, 2025
Positions Available:
• 4 Categorical
• 2 pre-Urology
• 1 pre-Interventional Radiology
• 5 Preliminary
• 1 PGY 2 non-designated Preliminary (applications will be considered after Match)
General Eligibility:
U.S. citizens and Permanent Residents (unfortunately we are unable to sponsor visas)
USMLE required, first time passage Step 1, with minimum Step 2 score of 230 (exceptional circumstances may be considered).
*Interview slots may also be filled prior to application deadline, therefore early submission is recommended.
# of Locations
Various locations including but not limited to Los Angeles Medical Center and affiliated clinics.
Fellowship
Graduates of the program are well prepared for subspecialty fellowships of their choosing, indicating a range of fellowship opportunities available after graduation.
Resident Life
Overview
Kaiser Permanente Los Angeles Medical Center (LAMC) has offered an ACGME-accredited General Surgery training program since 1973. The program trains well-rounded general surgeons who will have unlimited career options at the conclusion of training. It offers a balance of high-volume general, minimally-invasive, vascular and endovascular surgery, and complex tertiary cases.
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# of Years of Program
The residency program is typically a 5-year program (PGY-1 to PGY-5).
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Detailed benefits not mentioned; early clinical responsibility is highlighted as part of training.
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