MedStar Georgetown University Hospital General Surgery Residency

Washington, District of ColumbiaUniversityTrains at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital

Top 25%

of 360 general surgery residency programs

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How it scores

  • Clinical training78Top 25% in general surgery
  • Faculty depth69Top half in general surgery
  • Research78Top 25% in general surgery
  • Pay and cost of living4Bottom half in general surgery

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At a glance

ProgramMedStar Georgetown University Hospital General Surgery Residency
LocationWashington, District of Columbia
Main training hospitalMedStar Georgetown University Hospital
SettingUniversity
PGY-1 salary$75,500 (2026-27)
Typical one-bedroom rent nearby$1,885 a month
Pay against rentMonthly pay covers rent 3.3 times
Visa sponsorshipJ-1
Positions a year10

Pay, size and visa policy come from what the program publishes. Confirm them with the program before you apply.

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Questions

Where is the MedStar Georgetown University Hospital general surgery residency?

The program trains residents in Washington, District of Columbia. Its main training hospital is MedStar Georgetown University Hospital.

How much do general surgery residents earn at MedStar Georgetown University Hospital?

PGY-1 residents earn $75,500 a year (2026-27), as published by the program. A typical one-bedroom nearby rents for about $1,885 a month.

Does MedStar Georgetown University Hospital sponsor visas for general surgery residents?

The program says it sponsors J-1 visas. Confirm the current policy with the program.

How is MedStar Georgetown University Hospital ranked for general surgery?

It is in the top 25% of 360 general surgery programs. Rankings weigh the hospitals where residents train, faculty depth, research and pay against local rent. No reputation surveys are used.

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