What sets us apart? – Nationally & internationally known academic faculty who provide amazing clinical training & unsurpassed research opportunities. – Personalized training (including “FIST” & early specialization): create an individualized training experience that works best for you. – Training and educational innovation with residents actively involved in creating the curriculum, as well as an expansive surgical simulation experience. – Great variety of training venues: international venue, the 350-bed VA hospital, the 250-bed Children’s Hospital, the 1300-bed Barnes-Jewish Hospital, & the 100-bed Barnes-Jewish West County. – Incredible research opportunities in all disciplines, even with advanced degree opportunities (the majority with financial support). – St. Louis’ Midwest charm in a sophisticated, very affordable urban environment. Most residents own their own homes. – Wellness perks with tickets for Cardinals baseball, Blues hockey, and Fox Theatre shows. – Brilliant, talented, & diverse group of co-residents who will help you to set the bar for the future of academic Surgery.