Making The Rounds 2025

General Surgery Residency

GENERAL SURGERY RESIDENCY

Kern Medical is proud to announce the official launch of its General Surgery Residency Program, further expanding its commitment to developing the next

The program begins with a strong cohort of six residents: two PGY-2 residents who have transferred from other accredited programs and four PGY-1 residents who are beginning their surgical training at Kern Medical. Under the leadership of dedicated faculty and program leadership, the residency will provide comprehensive, hands-on training in a wide range of surgical disciplines. Residents will gain robust clinical experience through Kern Medical’s busy surgical services, trauma care, and collaborative rotations with partner institutions. generation of physicians in the Central Valley. This exciting milestone marks a significant step forward in meeting the region’s growing healthcare needs and training skilled surgeons who are passionate about serving the local community.

“The launch of our Surgery Residency Program reflects Kern Medical’s mission to grow and invest in physician training right here in Kern County,” said Dr. Amber Jones, Program Director. “We are thrilled to welcome our inaugural class and look forward to shaping the future of surgical care in our community.”

This addition joins a growing list of accredited residency and fellowship programs at Kern Medical and reaffirms the institution’s status as a center for medical education and excellence in patient care.

As the new Surgery residents begin their journey, they bring with them a shared passion for learning, service, and clinical excellence, fitting seamlessly into Kern Medical’s vision.