Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Cleveland Clinic Internal Medicine Residency Program at South Pointe is a fully ACGME-accredited three-year categorical program with a focus on osteopathic principles. It includes clinical rotations at multiple locations, including Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, and provides extensive training opportunities with a strong emphasis on research and a supportive resident life culture.
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program did not explicitly mention its friendliness towards International Medical Graduates (IMG). Therefore, additional context such as ECFMG certification acceptance and visa sponsorship (H1-B, J-1) are not provided in the text.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
ACGME-accredited three-year categorical program.
Program Website
Address
9500 Euclid Avenue, Cleveland, Ohio 44195
Program Director
Sreerag A Surendran, MD, MBA, FACP
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Current Residents
Overview
Currently, there are 4 PGY-1 residents in the Internal Medicine Residency Program at South Pointe Hospital, all of whom are Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) graduates. There is no mention of current IMG residents in this cohort.
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PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program includes dedicated time for didactic sessions held every weekday, focusing heavily on board preparation and lectures from expert faculty.
Application
Applications are accepted exclusively through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), administered by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC). Applications should be submitted by the end of September to maximize interview opportunities. Required documents include the ERAS Common Application Form, Curriculum Vitae, Dean’s Letter, a minimum of three Letters of Recommendation, Personal Statement, Photograph, Medical School Transcripts, USMLE and/or COMLEX Transcripts. The program code is Cleveland Clinic Foundation/South Pointe Hospital Program, and the accreditation ID is 1403800537. All appointees must report for orientation during the last two weeks of June.
# of Locations
3 - Cleveland Clinic Main Campus, Fairview Campus, and South Pointe Campus.
Fellowship
The program provides graduates with opportunities in various fellowships. Alumni have secured positions in fellowships related to Nephrology, Geriatric Medicine, Hematology, and Gastroenterology, indicating a well-structured post-graduation pathway with a focus on further specialization.
Resident Life
Overview
The internal medicine residency program is fully ACGME-accredited, offers additional Osteopathic Recognition, and has been a pioneer in osteopathic education since 1959.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
3 years.
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Alumni
Graduates of the program have secured positions in Primary Care at various hospitals, including Ascension St. Vincent Hospital and Mercy Regional Medical Center, as well as fellowships in Nephrology, Geriatric Medicine, Hematology, and more, often at renowned institutions like Ohio State University Medical Center and Thomas Jefferson Health.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Includes clinical experience with rotations, didactic sessions, research opportunities, and wellness support.
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