Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Mayagüez Medical Center Family Medicine Residency Program is a three-year accredited training program that began on July 1, 2012. The program enrolls six residents per year and offers comprehensive training in Family Medicine, with a focus on providing high-quality, cost-effective medical education. Residents receive significant exposure to various aspects of patient care, including different age groups and subspecialties. The program emphasizes research and aims to foster a supportive and resilient learning environment.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program does not explicitly mention International Medical Graduates or IMG eligibility, but it appears to be open to applicants from diverse backgrounds, as indicated by its aim to recruit a diverse workforce. It may imply acceptance of international qualifications, but further confirmation would be needed on whether they accept ECFMG certification or provide visa sponsorship (H1-B, J-1).
Categorical Positions
6
Categorical Positions (detail)
Six (6) residents per level, with a total of three years of training in Family Medicine.
Program Website
Address
Mayagüez Medical Center, 787-652-9200, P.O. Box 1660, Mayaguez, PR 00681
Program Director
Javier Lugo de Jesús, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently has 6 residents enrolled in the first year of the Family Medicine residency.
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PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Our program consists of three years of training in Family Medicine. During their training, residents receive an important exposure in the following subspecialties and rotations: Surgery, Obstetrics and Gynecology, Pediatrics, Geriatrics, Dermatology, Orthopedics, Ophthalmology, ENT, Psychiatrist, Neonatology, Cardiology, Orthopedics, Urology, Anesthesia, Radiology, Practice Management, Intensive Care Unit, Gastroenterology, Research and Quality, Community Medicine, Preceptorship, Emergency Room Medicine.
Application
The application process for the residency program includes information about submitting applications and required materials which is generally detailed on the program's website. Specific deadlines and interview dates were not directly available but it is advised to check the program's official page for any updates or announcements regarding the application.
# of Locations
The office is located on the second floor of Mayagüez Medical Center.
Fellowship
The program provides training in Family Medicine, with a structured curriculum that includes a wide range of specialties. The website mentions various subspecialties, suggesting potential fellowship opportunities; however, specific fellowships for graduates aren't detailed.
Resident Life
Overview
The Family Medicine Residency Program began in July 1, 2012, obtaining its maximum accreditation by the accrediting agency American Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). The Program consists of three years of training in the specialty of Family Medicine with an enrollment of six (6) residents per level.
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# of Years of Program
3
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The program offers high-quality, cost-effective medical education and health care services, as well as the necessary tools for scientific research during the three years of training.
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