Surgery Residency Program

By the end of their training, residents are expected to:

1. Obtain an accurate surgical history and perform a complete physical examination.
2. Evaluate surgical patients and identify surgical problems.
3. Develop diagnostic plans and operative strategies.
4. Demonstrate skills in surgical techniques to master operative and non-operative procedures essential for a competent practice in general surgery.
5. Recognize, diagnose, and treat common surgical emergencies.
6. Recognize, diagnose, and treat postoperative complications.
7. Develop a differential diagnosis and treatment plan for surgical patients.
8. Demonstrate appropriate clinical decision-making skills.
9. Participate in General surgery Grand Rounds and in Case Review Conferences.
10. Promote continuous self-learning.

Medical diploma, certified secondary school certificate, official updated university transcript, passing colloquium exam for Lebanese, IFOM exam, 3 recommendation letters, personal interview.

• Medical Knowledge
• Patient Care
• Interpersonal and Communication Skills
• Practice-Based Learning and Improvement
• Systems-Based Practice
• Professionalism