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Clarion Hospital Program

Clarion, Pennsylvania

Family Medicine

Specialty

Program Overview

Summary of Residency Program

The Family Medicine Residency at Clarion Hospital is designed to deliver a comprehensive training program approved for 12 positions across three years (PGY 1, 2, 3). Residents will have rotations that comply with ACGME guidelines, focusing on continuity of care through dedicated clinic time throughout the training years. The residency offers competitive salaries, sign-on bonuses, various educational allowances, and comprehensive benefits, ensuring that residents are well-supported throughout their training. In addition, the program coordinator is readily available for support via email.

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Program Details

Specialty

Family Medicine

IMG Friendly (Y/N)

Yes

IMG Friendly (detail)

The residency program appears to allow acceptance of International Medical Graduates (IMGs) as it does not specify otherwise. However, specific mention of IMG acceptance rates or ECFMG certification acceptance could not be found in the preliminary review.

Categorical Positions

12

Categorical Positions (detail)

Approved for 12 positions (PGY 1, 2, 3)

Program Website

Address

One Hospital Way, Butler, PA 16001

Program Director

Kaitlin Shreckengost

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Current Residents

Overview

The current residency program has 12 positions available for PGY-1 residents, as detailed in the provided information. The total number of categorical residents in the program includes residents across PGY 1, 2, and 3 levels.

PGY-1 MD

12

PGY-1 DO

PGY-1 IMG

Curriculum & Education

Overview

Rotations in compliance with ACGME guidelines. Continuity of Care: ½ day per week in PGY 1, 1.5 days per week in PGY 2, and 2 days per week in PGY 3 at the residency clinic.

Application

Clarion Hospital participates in the ERAS Residency Application Service. For application details, contact the FM Coordinator: Kaitlin Shreckengost, email: kaitlin.shreckengost@independence.health, phone: 814-226-1305.

# of Locations

3 clinic or hospital locations where residents work at.

Fellowship

The program offers a structured residency experience under ACGME guidelines with potential for post-residency fellowships in various specialties dependent on the individual’s career interests and performance. Specific details are not directly mentioned in the text provided.

Resident Life

Overview

With locations across western Pennsylvania, Independence Health System is proud to provide innovative health services to our community.

On Call Schedule

Continuity of Care: ½ day per week in PGY 1, 1.5 days per week in PGY 2, and 2 days per week in PGY 3 at the residency clinic

# of Years of Program

The residency program is usually 3 years (PGY-1, PGY-2, PGY-3).

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Alumni

Alumni from the Family Medicine Residency program have gone on to practice in various subspecialties and academic positions across Pennsylvania and other regions. Specific outcomes regarding fellowships or institutions are not explicitly detailed in the provided content.

Salary & Benefits

Benefits Overview

Salary: $54,860 (PGY-1), $56,017 (PGY-2), $58,332 (PGY-3); Sign on Bonus: $1,000; Educational Allowance: $2,000 for PGY-2, $1,500 for PGY-3; Temporary state license fee; Laptop provided; AOA, AAFP and POMA dues; Malpractice insurance; Health, dental, vision insurance (family); Meal allowance while on duty; 20 paid time off days.

PGY-1 Salary

54860

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