A1: The residents in our program reach at least the 75th percentile, and often greater, in most surgical procedures. We perform fewer open abdominal cases than some programs, due to the volume of minimally invasive surgery. The Obstetric delivery volume is not as great as a large hospital in a larger city, but there is excellent exposure to complicated Perinatology patients.

A2: The surgical teaching has been very good, especially on certain services such as the UW Gynecologic Oncology and Meriter Gynecology rotations.

A3: Very good surgical training, especially vaginal and laparoscopic.

A1: There are a full 5 hours dedicated to resident education each Thursday ("Thursday University"). This time is expected to be call-free, and is generally not interrupted by service obligations.

A2: We have a very well organized education program. We have extensive lectures through Thursday didactics, and also have one of the most extensive simulation programs nationally. There are very clear learning objectives as well as learning resources for each rotation.

A1: Camaraderie between residents is the best thing about this program.

A2: I love my co-residents. We are a family. We do not compete with each other - we help each other.

A3: Extremely supportive!! There is a strong sense of teamwork. The faculty and senior residents always try to get the junior residents more involved in complicated cases, but are also always available to help them through challenging situations.

A4: We have a very relaxed department which to me is more conducive to learning. Also, our department social events are always a good time.

A1: Attendings are very supportive and are willing to listen to your assessment and plan and take it into account.

A2: Very collegial and supportive. Faculty are excellent teachers.

A1: Improved ultrasound curriculum and robotic certification program are two areas that are currently being worked on. Our program is very open to resident suggestions and is constantly working to improve resident education.

A1: The residents were the most relaxed OB Gyn residents I met anywhere. (from an incoming resident)

A1: UW was the only program that had everything I was looking for - a great group of supportive residents and faculty, a large volume of both ob and gyn cases, a well structured education program, and a strong simulation program. Everything has been better than I expected. Amazing support from senior residents and faculty and opportunities to see complicated cases and complications from routine cases early training, all while being supported from senior residents and faculty. Simulations prepare us well for complications.

A2: I really liked the people. My experiences in the program definitely matched my expectations. I love the people I work with, they are genuine and supportive.

A3: Good surgical experience, reputable program, fellowship support, great resident dynamics. Good department resources and support. Evolving curriculum, constantly striving to improve resident experience. So far so good.

A4: I found the residents to be very friendly and extremely motivated. The overall atmosphere at the interview was one of good people committed to doing good work. I also liked the size of the program, size of the town it was in, and general location. I liked the research and elective opportunities available in the program, and felt that the general training and didactics were comparable to other programs. (from an incoming resident)