Residency Training Program in General Pediatrics
Introduction to Brooklyn 鈥� a great place to be
Welcome to Brooklyn
Brooklyn is one of New York City's most dynamic and diverse boroughs, offering an unparalleled place to live, work, and train. Home to more than 2.5 million residents and representing cultures from around the world, Brooklyn provides an exceptional environment for pediatric residency. The communities we serve reflect remarkable cultural, ethnic, and socioeconomic diversity, allowing residents to care for children with a broad spectrum of medical conditions while developing cultural humility and lifelong advocacy skills.
Whether you're moving from another borough, another state, or another country, Brooklyn quickly becomes home. Each neighborhood has its own unique personality, and there is always something new to explore, from historic brownstone-lined streets and waterfront parks to world-renowned restaurants, museums, theaters, and beaches.
Neighborhoods
Many of our residents choose to live in neighborhoods throughout Brooklyn, including Prospect Heights, Park Slope, Prospect Lefferts Gardens, Ditmas Park, Windsor Terrace, Crown Heights, Bay Ridge, Brooklyn Heights, and Downtown Brooklyn. Others enjoy living in Manhattan, Long Island City, Jersey City, or Hoboken, taking advantage of New York City's extensive public transportation system.
Brooklyn offers a wide range of housing options, including modern apartments, historic brownstones, townhomes, and waterfront residences. Whether you prefer a lively urban environment or a quieter residential neighborhood, there are housing options to fit a variety of lifestyles and budgets.
Parks, Recreation & Outdoor Activities
Despite being part of one of the world's largest cities, Brooklyn offers abundant green space and outdoor recreation. Prospect Park, designed by Frederick Law Olmsted and Calvert Vaux, serves as Brooklyn's backyard, featuring miles of walking and biking paths, athletic fields, playgrounds, concerts, and seasonal events.
Residents also enjoy Brooklyn Bridge Park, Brooklyn Botanic Garden, Marine Park, Domino Park, and the Jamaica Bay Wildlife Refuge. During warmer months, many residents spend time at Coney Island, Brighton Beach, and Manhattan Beach or take advantage of waterfront activities including kayaking, cycling, running, and outdoor fitness classes.
Arts, Culture & Entertainment
Brooklyn has become an internationally recognized center for arts and culture. Residents enjoy performances at the Brooklyn Academy of Music (BAM), Kings Theatre, BRIC Arts Media, and Barclays Center, which hosts concerts, sporting events, and entertainment throughout the year.
The borough is also home to renowned cultural institutions including the Brooklyn Museum, Brooklyn Children's Museum, New York Aquarium, Brooklyn Public Library, and numerous galleries and community arts organizations. Seasonal festivals, outdoor concerts, neighborhood street fairs, farmers markets, and cultural celebrations take place throughout the year, reflecting Brooklyn's extraordinary diversity.
Dining & Food Culture
Brooklyn is widely recognized as one of the country's premier culinary destinations. Its neighborhoods offer an incredible variety of cuisines representing cultures from every corner of the world. Residents enjoy everything from neighborhood caf茅s and bakeries to Michelin-recognized restaurants, food markets, and waterfront dining.
Whether you're craving Caribbean, Italian, Chinese, Mexican, Middle Eastern, Jewish, Greek, Korean, Japanese, Indian, Russian, or Latin American cuisine, Brooklyn offers endless opportunities to experience authentic flavors. Local favorites include Smorgasburg, Industry City, and the many restaurants found throughout neighborhoods such as Williamsburg, DUMBO, Park Slope, Carroll Gardens, Greenpoint, Sunset Park, Bay Ridge, and Flatbush.
Shopping
Brooklyn offers shopping experiences ranging from neighborhood boutiques and local bookstores to major retail centers. Popular destinations include City Point Brooklyn, Atlantic Terminal, Kings Plaza, Industry City, and neighborhood shopping districts throughout the borough. Residents also enjoy weekend farmers markets and artisan markets featuring local vendors and fresh produce.
Transportation
Getting around Brooklyn and New York City is convenient and accessible. Multiple subway lines, bus routes, commuter rail, and NYC Ferry service connect Brooklyn with Manhattan, Queens, Staten Island, and the Bronx. Citi Bike stations are located throughout the borough, making cycling another popular transportation option.
For those who drive, Brooklyn offers easy access to major highways and bridges connecting New York City, Long Island, and New Jersey. Both John F. Kennedy International Airport and LaGuardia Airport are easily accessible, making travel home or vacations convenient.
Why Residents Love Brooklyn
Life outside the hospital is an important part of residency, and Brooklyn offers endless opportunities to relax, recharge, and explore. Whether you're spending a Saturday morning in Prospect Park, discovering a new neighborhood caf茅, enjoying a concert at Barclays Center, biking along the waterfront, or meeting friends for dinner after a busy week on service, Brooklyn provides something for everyone.
Its vibrant neighborhoods, diverse communities, outstanding cultural institutions, and unmatched food scene create an exciting place to call home during residency. Most importantly, Brooklyn's rich diversity mirrors the patient population our residents serve every day, making it an exceptional place to train as a pediatrician while building meaningful connections within the community.