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Frequently Asked Questions

How many categorical positions are available?

There are 8 categorical positions available each year. Seven in the 7-year residency track and one in the SASS fast track (no professional development time). We offer up to 3 undesignated preliminary positions.

What is the yearly stipend of interns?

What is the Intern start date?

What is “Professional Development” time?

After 3rd-year, residents take time away from their clinical training to develop further surgery-related interests, we call this “professional development” time. Traditionally, residents have used this time to take advantage of the extensive research opportunities at Stanford. Residents developed scientific expertise in plastics, transplant, pediatric, and cardiac surgery. However, other residents have used this time to pursue additional degrees or experiences in business, education, bio-design, quality, and public health.

What funding is available for the “Professional Development” time?

Does the Stanford General Surgery Residency support travel to national meetings?

How is the call schedule determined?

What is the current accreditation of the Stanford General Surgery Residency Program?

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