Anesthesiology Residency Program
Duration: 4 Year(s)
St. Christopher's Hospital for Children, Philadelphia
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, USA
Course TypeResidency Program
Course Specialty
Anesthesiology
Overview
The Anesthesiology Residency Program associated with Tower Health and St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children is an ACGME-accredited graduate medical training pathway for physicians seeking specialization in anesthesiology. It combines intensive clinical exposure across a variety of anesthesia practice settings — including general, regional, pediatric, and critical care anesthesiology — preparing trainees for independent practice. Residents rotate through several hospitals within the Tower Health system, gaining hands-on experience in operating rooms, pre-anesthesia evaluation, pain management services, and pediatric anesthesiology rotations at St. Christopher’s. The program emphasizes evidence-based medical practice, safety protocols, patient-centered care, and interdisciplinary collaboration. Residents work closely with board-certified anesthesiologists, participate in structured didactic sessions, and build clinical judgment through graded responsibility. Pediatric anesthesia exposure at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children gives residents opportunity to care for infants, children, and adolescents with a wide range of surgical needs, including complex and routine procedures.
Admission Intake
JanuaryFebruaryMarchAprilMayJuneJulyAugustSeptemberOctoberNovemberDecember
Fee (INR):
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Stipend (INR):
Residents receive a salary/stipend commensurate with postgraduate year level as per Tower Health GME policies (varies annually and by PGY year). Exact figures are determined by institutional sponsoring agreements.
Accomodation:
As Per Availability
Scholarship:
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Eligibility
- MD or DO degree from accredited institution
- Passing scores on USMLE or COMLEX exams
- ECFMG certification (for international medical graduates)
- Successful completion of internship year if required
- Participation in the National Resident Matching Program or equivalent selection process
Minimum Education
MD (Doctor of Medicine)MD AnesthesiologyDoctor of Osteopathy (DO)
Admission Process:
- Prepare Application Materials: Medical school transcripts, USMLE/COMLEX scores, letters of recommendation, personal statement, CV.
- Apply through ERAS: Submit official application via the Electronic Residency Application Service.
- Participate in NRMP Match: Register with the National Resident Matching Program and rank programs including Tower Health/St. Christopher’s-affiliated positions.
- Interviews: Selected candidates are invited for interview with the program faculty.
- Ranking & Match: Candidates and programs submit rank lists to NRMP. Match results are released on Match Day.
- Acceptance: Matched candidates complete necessary onboarding, credentialing, and medical licensing documentation prior to start.
- Orientation & Training Start: Residents begin training typically in July with hospital orientation and GME program activities.
