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Residency Program

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GME

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A Residency Program (similar to a degree program in college) consists of specific required activities to allow a physician to become board certified.  The trainees in a program can be referred to as Residents, House Officers or Interns. This training is in the residency program lasts between 3 and 7 years, and is accredited by the ACGME.  Completing a residency program allows a physician to obtain board certification in their chosen specialty, and in many states, is required for licensure.  Completion of a residency is also required before continuing training in a more specialized Fellowship.

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