We are affiliated with 16+ institutions and private practices in the Tucson metro area.
Other Residency Programs: n/a
Clinical Experiences
Anesthesiology: yes
Behavioral Science: yes
Dermatology: yes
Diabetic Wound Care: yes
Emergency Room: yes
Family Practice: no
Internal Medicine: yes
Infectious Disease: yes
Neurology: yes
Orthopedics: yes
Office Rotations: yes
Outpatient Clinic: yes
Pathology/Lab: yes
Pediatrics: yes
Plastic Surgery: yes
Podiatry: yes
Podiatry (Surgery): yes
Radiology: yes
Rehabilitation: yes
Rheumatology: yes
Surgery: yes
Trauma: yes
Vascular Surgery: yes
Other Clinical Experiences: n/a
Program Emphasis:
Graduate a well-rounded, compassionate and competent podiatric surgeon.
Didactic Program
Grand Rounds: yes
Book Club: no
Journal Club: yes
Research: yes
Lecture Series: yes
Resident Benefits
Stipends
First Year: $56,023
Second Year: $58,421
Third Year: $61,013
Fourth Year: n/a
CME Allowance: yes
Health Insurance: yes
Malpractice Insuarance: yes
Housing: no
Meals: no
Sick Leave: yes
Uniforms: yes
Vacation: yes
Other Resident Benefits:
ABFAS in-training exam. ABPM in-training exam. BLS and ACLS certification. CITI TRAINING for research.
Applicant Requirements
Mail additional fees and required documents not included in your CASPR application and any non-electronic document to this address: SAVAHCS Dept 11-112 ATTN: PODIATRIC SURGERY 3601 South 6th Avenue, Tucson, AZ 85723
NBPME Part III: Yes
Program Application Fee: n/a
Refundable: n/a
Payable to: n/a
Clerkship Required: yes
State Licensure: Training
ACLS: yes
CPR: yes
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Minimum Rank: no
Other Applicant Requirements:
Background checks and Drug Screening required. Clerkship is preferred. ACLS must be up to date when residents start PGY 1.
Available Resources
Sample Contract: Contact Program
Benefit Package: Contact Program
Curriculum: Contact Program
Program Overview
We emphasize the training of a well-qualified podiatric surgeon, competent in all aspects of podiatric medical and surgical care. Throughout the three year program, residents are treated with respect and as professionals. Our residency is developed around the concepts of critical thinking, decision making, and increased responsibility. Tremendous opportunities exist for podiatric research. Extensive wound care experience is available as well as training with foot & ankle orthopedic surgeons. Attendings are dedicated to teaching and provide one-on-one instruction. Externs encouraged to apply.
