Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Carilion Clinic Virginia Tech Carilion Family Medicine Residency is dedicated to training future family medicine physicians. Established in 1969, the program is ACGME accredited and has a strong track record, including a 100% board pass rate over the past eight years. Residents experience a rich educational environment with diverse patient populations, teaching opportunities, and optional fellowship tracks. Faculty emphasize personal development and wellbeing, helping residents explore their interests within family medicine, whether in outpatient care, hospitalist practice, or further subspecialty training. Located in Roanoke, VA, the residency program aims to produce well-rounded physicians who serve various communities, focusing on underserved populations.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Carilion Clinic Virginia Tech Carilion Family Medicine Residency is known to cater to International Medical Graduates. The program is ACGME accredited with osteopathic recognition, which generally supports IMG applicants. Specific eligibility criteria may apply, but there is an implicit welcoming attitude towards IMGs as indicated by the diverse patient population they serve, which includes immigrants.
Categorical Positions
10
Categorical Positions (detail)
10 each year
Program Website
Address
1314 Peters Creek Road, Roanoke, VA 24017, United States
Program Director
Mary Beth Sweet, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current cohort of residents includes 10 PGY-1 MDs and no PGY-1 DOs, with a mix of diverse training backgrounds, including international medical graduates. The program supports teaching roles for residents and emphasizes leadership in community care.
PGY-1 MD
10
PGY-1 DO
0
PGY-1 IMG
4
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes a comprehensive training in outpatient medicine, hospitalist medicine, and fellowship training, emphasizing team-based care and individualized education plans.
Application
To apply to the Family Medicine Residency program, applicants must follow the steps outlined on the residency application page. Specific details regarding application deadlines and requirements are typically provided there, along with interview dates and any required materials. Be sure to check the page for exact information on everything needed.
# of Locations
Two Family Medicine residency clinic sites.
Fellowship
Post-residency career paths include fellowships in Addiction Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Care, Medical Informatics (unaccredited), and Wilderness Medicine (unaccredited).
Resident Life
Overview
The Carilion Clinic-Virginia Tech Carilion (VTC) Family Medicine Residency program was founded in 1969 and was the first residency program within Carilion's multi-specialty institution, ACGME accredited with osteopathic recognition, and has a program size of 10/10/10.
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# of Years of Program
The program typically lasts for three years.
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Alumni
Alumni of the Carilion Clinic Virginia Tech Carilion Family Medicine Residency program have pursued a range of fellowships and positions after graduation. Common paths include fellowships in various subspecialties such as Addiction Medicine, Geriatric Medicine, and Hospice/Palliative Care. Many graduates find positions in outpatient medicine, hospitalist roles, or continue their education with fellowships, typically working in diverse settings that serve various population groups.
Salary & Benefits
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