Team I - General Surgery
Emphasis on surgical oncology, including breast surgery. Operates Monday and Thursday (with overflow surgery on Wednesday), and does not operate Tuesday and Friday. This keeps Tuesday and Friday clear for teaching rounds, clinic and visits by residents to the surgeon's private offices.
Team II - General Surgery
Emphasis on laparoscopic and endocrine surgery. Operates Tuesday and Friday (with overflow surgery on Wednesday), and does not operate Monday and Thursday. Monday and Thursday are devoted to teaching rounds, clinic and office practice.
Team III - Staff Surgery/Colorectal Surgery/Cardiothoracic Surgery
Emphasis on trauma & colorectal surgery and resident service. Chief Resident Service - A chief resident and junior resident are assigned to the staff service, which includes 15 beds under the direct control of the chief resident. The chief resident is responsible for the care of all patients on the Staff Service. The chief resident is also responsible for the surgical clinic. Further experience in colorectal and thoracic surgery is provided in this service.
Team IV - Vascular Surgery
Exposure and training in all aspects of vascular surgery, including endovascular surgery. Operates four days per week.
Mentorship Program:
A faculty advisor is assigned to each resident to act as a mentor with respect to patient management, academic matters, interpersonal considerations, and other matters of importance to the resident.
