Stony Brook is a wonderfull program. I trully believe that if stony was in the middle of the city, it would be a top tier program. The atmosphere is great, most of the attending enjoy teaching and give lots of autonomy to the residents, esp during your 2nd and 3rd year. The program director and the chairman and very receptive to the residents and are always looking out for their best interest. The hours are pretty good too. You will be out by 5 most of the time. The housing around the area is affordable. If you enjoy living in the suburbs, you cant go wrong with stony.