A Note from the Chief Residents   Editor's Note:  Patrick Bender and Charles Hamilton are our chief residents for 2007-2008.  Patrick and Charles are happy to answer any questions you may have about the program, the hospital or the community.  Please e-mail them at osuanesthesiachiefs@hotmail.com

Residency at Ohio State Department of Anesthesia offers a variety of excellent experiences, both academic and personal. First and most important, choosing Ohio State for residency ensures you will be prepared for life after residency. Recent graduates have gone on to pursue a diversity of careers in both academic and private practice settings. Residents have also gone on to do fellowships at other renowned institutions around the country in subspecialties such as Pain Management, Critical Care, and Cardiovascular Anesthesia. Whatever your goal may be, Ohio State will get you there.

During residency, an emphasis is placed on academics. Our didactic lectures have been fantastic, and Grand Rounds is very interactive and informative. All of this along with the excellent case exposure provides a great setting for learning, as demonstrated by our excellent board passage rate. There is no case you will not be comfortable with upon completion of your residency.

Working here is a very comfortable setting. There is much camaraderie amongst residents and attendings. Inside and outside of the operating room, our attendings treat us with respect. They start out as teachers, but soon become mentors and friends. It is not uncommon to see residents spending time with attendings outside of the hospital.
 
Our program offers plenty of time to enjoy life outside of residency. Many residents have families, and more importantly, have time to spend with them. Also, Columbus is a terrific town for residency. It offers many recreational activities for singles and families. A world renowned zoo, multiple concert venues, great parks, Ohio State athletics (yes, we get football tickets), great shopping and night life combined with a low cost of living makes this a great place for young professionals.

Excellent academic training in an outstanding setting makes Ohio State an ideal place for an Anesthesia Residency. Please come check us out!

Thank you and GO Bucks!!!
Patrick and Charles
Chief Residents 2007-2008