FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS
Q: How do I apply to your program?
A: The program accepts applications through Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). The required documents for an application are a Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), formal school transcripts, USMLE/COMLEX transcripts, at least one Emergency Medicine Standard Letter of Evaluation (SLOE), and a personal statement.
Q: Do you have United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE)/Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination (COMLEX) minimum score requirements?
A: Applicants must have passed USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 or the COMLEX Level 1 and Level 2.
Q: What is the size of your program?
A: The Emergency Medicine program has expanded to 11 residents per class for a total size of 33 residents in all.
Q: What makes Trident Medical Center a good choice for an emergency medicine resident?
A: Trident provides training in multiple community environments with mainly 1:1 faculty to resident scheduling. There is extensive pediatric, ultrasound, and critical care exposure and the faculty are extremely well-trained and excited about educating Trident residents.
Q: If I have questions, who can I contact?
A: Please contact our Emergency Medicine Program Administrator, Ms. Teena Wyatt at teena.wyatt@hcahealthcare.com, our Program Director, Dr. Nicholas Connors at nicholas.connors@hcahealthcare.com, or our chief residents at tridentemchiefs@gmail.com.
Q: Is there a research program?
A: Yes, our residents and faculty are currently involved in several research projects. Additionally, a research director, writing resources, data analysts, and opportunities to present work are available to assist residents with projects. Residents complete one scholarly project and one quality improvement project.
Q: How do I apply for medical student rotations?
A: We accept applications through Clinician Nexus. You may also contact our Program Coordinator, Teena Wyatt at teena.wyatt@hcahealthcare.com
Q: Am I able to contact residents directly?
A: Yes. You may contact Teena Wyatt to place you in contact with a Chief Resident. Alternatively, you may visit our IG page @trident_emresidency to speak with one of our Chief Residents for any questions.
SALARY AND PERKS
Trident and Summerville Medical Centers offer complimentary breakfast, lunch and drinks to residents from the Physician Lounge and cafeteria.
An additional $950 for on-call meals will be allotted to each resident.
New residents and fellows receive up to $1,000 for hospital orientation (takes place before Intern Bootcamp).
Program budgets include the following additional benefits:
Professional memberships (EMRA/ACEP)
Conference registration and travel expense
iPhone and HP laptop
Lab coat and annual embroidered jackets
UWorld subscription
USMLE Step 3/COMLEX Level 3 reimbursement
Board-prep expenses (Rosh, HIPPO EM, CORE US)
Free and accessible parking at all clinical locations
BENENFITS
The hospital will provide professional liability insurance coverage during the training period within the scope of the program. Professional liability insurance coverage provided for the purpose of program training does not extend to moonlighting or non-residency-related clinical activities.
The HCA Healthcare Total Rewards program offers the following benefit options for residents and their dependents:
Medical/Dental/Vision Insurance
Wellness
Tuition Reimbursement
Health Reimbursement Account
Health Care and Day Care Flexible Spending Accounts
Life and AD&D Insurance and Dependent Life Insurance
Long-Term Disability
Employee Assistance Program
Voluntary Core Plus Benefits
Auto & Home Insurance (Note: Home insurance not available in all locations)
Legal Benefit
Long-Term Care
Short-Term Disability
Voluntary Permanent Life Insurance
Financial Fitness Program
Retirement Benefits: 401(k) Plan
Paid Time Off
Consumer Discounts
Access to over 125,000 discounts including phone and automobile
State License and DEA Provided
BLS/ACLS/PALS/ATLS Training