General Surgery Residency Program

The mission of the General Surgery training program sponsored by Good Samaritan University Hospital (GSUH) with the primary training site at St Catherine of Siena Hospital (SCS) is to provide extraordinary training for residents driven by five core values, Integrity, Compassion, Accountability, Respect and Excellence in medical care to advance as leaders and researchers in General Surgery. We, by maintaining an academic standard of excellence in our training environment, are committed to lifelong learning, mentorship and dedication to the community we serve. This will provide the foundation needed to develop outstanding physicians in General Surgery.

The General Surgery residency training program is designed to provide each resident with opportunities to fully develop and become experts in the field of General Surgery.

Our aims are:

1. Provide residents with a supportive robust educational environment leading to excellence in clinical general surgical knowledge and skills related to delivery of comprehensive care of surgical disorders of the abdomen and its contents, alimentary tract, skin, soft tissues, breast, endocrine organs and Trauma while incorporating the ACGME clinical competencies, procedural experiences, and ABS requirements.
2. Develop the judgment and communication skills required to serve as general surgeons and consultants.
3. Encourage professional development through engagement of residents to participate in an array of academic activities inclusive, but not limited to, journal peer-review, medical student/resident teaching, community outreach, institutional/regional committee participation, etc.
4. Create well-balanced compassionate General Surgeons who strive to provide excellent patient care while maintaining personal balance and wellness.
5. Foster development of residents as advocates for patient safety and quality improvement through participating in and initiation of a quality improvement project.
6. Develop residents as exemplary clinical and/or basic science researchers through provision of training in contemporary research approaches, study design and implementation, and scientific writing.
7. Provide clinical, research, and mentoring activities, such that each area is given equal importance allowing residents the opportunities to achieve their full potential in each area.

Good Samaritan University Hospital offers our residents a competitive salary and benefits package. Some residency programs offer additional perks to help you as you learn.

Total Annual Salaries

July 1, 2025 - June 30, 2026

PGY 1: $81,375.00*

PGY 2: $83,475.00*

PGY 3: $86,625.00*

PGY 4: $ 92,161.00*

PGY 5: $93,975.00*

PGY 6: $96,075.00*

*Includes $1,000 for required rotational travel expenses

Benefits

CME annual:

PGY 1 $1,000

PGY 2 $1,500

PGY 3: $2,500

PGY 4: $2,500

PGY 5: $2,500

PGY 6: $2,500

Benefits:

PGY 1 Benefits:

CME Money: $ 1,000.00

Included in Salary:

Housing Stipend: $4,500.00

Meal Stipend: $ 3,000.00 (no free meals provided)

Cellphone Stipend: $500.00

Education Stipend: $1,000.00

Uniform Stipend: $500.00

PGY 2 Benefits:

CME Money: $ 1,500.00

Included in Salary:

Housing Stipend: $4,500.00

Meal Stipend: $ 3,000.00 (no free meals provided)

Cellphone Stipend: $500.00

Education Stipend: $1,500.00

Uniform Stipend: $500.00

PGY 3 Benefits:

CME Money: $ 2,500.00

Included in Salary:

Housing Stipend: $4,500.00

Meal Stipend: $ 3,000.00 (no free meals provided)

Cellphone Stipend: $500.00

Education Stipend: $1,500.00

Uniform Stipend: $500.00

PGY 4 Benefits:

CME Money: $ 2,500.00

Included in Salary:

Housing Stipend: $4,500.00

Meal Stipend: $ 3,000.00 (no free meals provided)

Cellphone Stipend: $500.00

Education Stipend: $2,000.00

Uniform Stipend: $500.00

PGY 5 Benefits:

CME Money: $ 2,500.00

Included in Salary:

Housing Stipend: $4,500.00

Meal Stipend: $ 3,000.00 (no free meals provided)

Cellphone Stipend: $500.00

Education Stipend: $2,000.00

Uniform Stipend: $500.00

PGY 6 Benefits:

CME Money: $ 2,500.00

Included in Salary:

Housing Stipend: $4,500.00

Meal Stipend: $ 3,000.00 (no free meals provided)

Cellphone Stipend: $500.00

Education Stipend: $2,000.00

Uniform Stipend: $500.00

Chief resident stipend (will identify senior chief for programs once selected) additional stipend $3,000

PGY 1

PGY 2

PGY 3:

PGY 4:

PGY 5

Electives

Residents are provided with protected time weekly that is structured to encompass the surgical curriculum and cover all areas of surgical education and theory. Our surgical curriculum consists of Basic Science Lecture based on the SCORE curriculum, as well as Surgical Grand Rounds, Journal Club, M&M Conference, Mock Orals, Mock ABSITE, and Surgical Skills Lab. 

Although there is no specific research block, scholarly activity is emphasized and highly encouraged. Catholic Health is home to many leaders in the field of Surgery and there is ample opportunity for residents to participate and contribute to the advancement of surgical knowledge and innovation.

Examples of scholarly activity by our faculty and trainees:

Merida JR, Sanchez E, Mukhi A, Naeem Z, Eckardt P, Fasanya C, Vosswinkel J, Hsieh H, Jawa RS. Determining Outcomes in Nonpenetrating Trauma With qSOFA. J Surg Res. 2024 Sep;301:647-655. doi: 10.1016/j.jss.2024.07.029. Epub 2024 Aug 7. PMID: 39116831.

Fasanya C, Arrillaga A, Caronia C, Rothburd L, Japhe T, Hahn Y, Joseph P, Reci D, Eckardt P. Use of Andexanet Alfa for Factor Xa Inhibitor Reversal in US Verified Trauma Centers: A National Survey. Clin Appl Thromb Hemost. 2024 Jan-Dec;30:10760296241238013. doi: 10.1177/10760296241238013. PMID: 38494906; PMCID: PMC10946067.

Tamesis S, Gecelter G, DeNoto G. Abstract ID: 86 Robotic Intra-abdominal Modified Belsey Mark IV for the treatment of GERD following Sleeve Gastrectomy. Foregut. 2024;4(3):375-375. doi:10.1177/26345161241282465

Fasanya C, Lee JJ, Caronia CG, Rothburd L, Japhe T, Hahn YH, Reci D, Eckardt P. The Impact of Screening for Perioperative ICU Admission in Geriatric Hip Fracture Patients: A Retrospective Analysis. Cureus. 2023 Nov 22;15(11):e49234. doi: 10.7759/cureus.49234. PMID: 38143658; PMCID: PMC10739485.

Riccardi M, Eriksson SE, Tamesis S, Zheng P, Jobe BA, Ayazi S. Ineffective esophageal motility: The impact of change of criteria in Chicago Classification version 4.0 on predicting outcome after magnetic sphincter augmentation. Neurogastroenterol Motil. 2023 Sep;35(9):e14624. doi: 10.1111/nmo.14624. Epub 2023 Jun 6. PMID: 37278157.

Obeid JM, Martinez C, Gaibi-Rodriguez A, Kanade R, Arrillaga A, Leslie C, Fasanya C, Rovensky M, Carter TI. Double jeopardy: Successful management of a traumatic ascending aortic pseudoaneurysm with concurrent subdural hematoma. Trauma Case Rep. 2023 Aug 21;47:100918. doi: 10.1016/j.tcr.2023.100918. PMID: 37663378; PMCID: PMC10474223.

Tamesis SA, Ayazi S, Komatsu Y, Allen M, Jobe BA. Acquired Morgagni hernia following coronary artery bypass graft (CABG) with successful robotic repair of hernia. Int J Surg Case Rep. 2022 May;94:107164. doi: 10.1016/j.ijscr.2022.107164. Epub 2022 May 4. PMID: 35658316; PMCID: PMC9097635.

Tamesis SA, Witek TD, Luketich JD, Awais O. Laparoscopic approaches to failed fundoplication for reflux. Shanghai Chest 2020;4:33.

During your Surgery rotation you will become an integral part of the team.  Students will be exposed to different general surgery cases and surgical conditions while also getting experience in different surgical subspecialties.  Students have plenty of opportunities to practice basic procedures and often in even more complex procedures.  During this surgical rotation, students will learn different techniques and encounter different experiences that allow them to enhance their surgical knowledge.

For more information about our surgery rotation please contact Amy Bellovin, Residency Coordinator, Amy.Bellovin@chsli.org or 631-862-3748.

Our program values inclusion regarding race/ethnicity, religion, gender identity, sexual orientation, and background as it fosters a better understanding of the unique human experience in and out of the healthcare setting. We are committed to training culturally sensitive physicians reflective of the diverse population we serve. We strive to graduate residents who demonstrate the importance of inclusion by providing equitable care for all patients. At St. Catherine of Siena Hospital, individual differences are welcomed, valued, and supported. We understand that an inclusive culture fosters a sense of true belonging. We know that we provide better care when our unique backgrounds overlap with the unique backgrounds of our patients. We want you to know that no matter your own demographics, you are welcome here.

Applications to the Good Samaritan University Hospital/St. Catherine of Siena Hospital Program will be accepted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)

ACGME Accredited Program #: 4403500005 
NRMP Program Code: 2007440C0

What do you consider a “complete” application?

A complete application consists of your ERAS application, transcript, two letters of recommendation, and Dean’s letter.  We will consider you for interview without USMLE / COMLEX step 2, but you must have taken and passed Step 2 prior to the ERAS closing date to be considered on our match list.

Do you consider foreign graduates?  Which visa(s) is supported by your institution?

Yes, we consider foreign graduates. Our institution will support a J-1 visa.