In addition, residents are also allowed 5 days of educational leave . It is desirable that the documentation of clinical experience reveal the applicant's competency regarding history and physical examinations and patient presentation. The evaluations must be from supervisors who have observed clinical activity. U.S. grads must pass Step I and at least schedule Step II in the ensuing academic year. It is desirable that International Medical Graduates have a U.S. Passport or Green Card.
Residents are usually on call every third to fourth night.
Transitional residents are required to participate fully in the departmental conferences and teaching activities for each service on which they rotate. Faculty and senior residents provide supervision and teaching for the transitional residents. The performance of the residents is evaluated at the conclusion of each monthly rotation. The evaluations are completed by the departmental faculty.