Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Family Medicine Residency Program at East Jefferson General Hospital is ACGME accredited and offers a 6-6-6 training model with a total complement of 18 residents. The program emphasizes a supportive learning environment, hands-on training, and a strong patient-centered approach. Residents have access to a diverse patient population and integrated EMR systems for effective training.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
International Medical Graduates must be able to obtain a valid ECFMG certification and a Louisiana intern permit by the start of residency training on July 1st. All applicants must be able to communicate effectively in English.
Categorical Positions
6
Categorical Positions (detail)
6 residents annually, total complement of 18 residents.
Program Website
Address
Medical Plaza, 4228 Houma Blvd, Suite 230, Metairie, LA 70006
Program Director
Rade N. Pejic, M.D., M.M.M.
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently has 18 total residents, without specific counts for PGY-1 or PGY-1 DO available from the text provided.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
PGY-1: Inpatient Family Medicine Service (4 months), Inpatient Pediatrics (2 months), OBGYN (2 months), NICU (1 month), Emergency Medicine (1 month), Surgery (1 month), Behavioral Health (1 month), Elective (1 month), Family Medicine Clinic (2 sessions/week). PGY-2: Inpatient Family Medicine Service/Night Float (4 months), Emergency Medicine (1 month), ICU/Pulmonology (1 month), Ambulatory Pediatrics (1 month), Pediatric ER (1 month), OBGYN (1 month), Pain Management (1 month), Health Systems Management-Community Medicine (1 month), Research (1 month), Elective (1 month), Family Medicine Clinic (3 sessions/week). PGY-3: Inpatient Family Medicine Service (2 months), Geriatrics (1 month), Ambulatory Pediatrics (1 month), OBGYN (1 month), Sports Medicine (1 month), Dermatology (1 month), Electives (6 months), Family Medicine Clinic (4 sessions/week).
Application
Application submission is through the NRMP and ERAS. Applications are accepted exclusively through ERAS and must be complete. Interviews are scheduled on a first-come, first-served basis. The program does not sponsor international visas and requires that applicants are U.S. citizens or permanent residents at the time of application. Medical school graduation from an accredited school within the past three years is required, and observerships or research cannot fulfill the patient care requirement. A minimum of three letters of recommendation, including one from a family medicine physician, is needed, and passing scores on USMLE Step 1 & 2 or COMLEX 1 & 2 are mandatory. International Medical Graduates must obtain a valid ECFMG certification and a Louisiana intern permit by July 1st of the start of the residency.
# of Locations
Residents work primarily at the East Jefferson General Hospital and also rotate in downtown New Orleans.
Fellowship
The residency program offers opportunities for residents to engage in teaching roles with Tulane medical students and participate in clinics and hospital services, but specific fellowships were not detailed in the provided text.
Resident Life
Overview
What makes this residency program unique? The rigorous training with a strong affiliation with Tulane University, offering access to a wealth of academic resources and clinical opportunities.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The program lasts for 3 years.
Housing
Alumni
Families of graduates often pursue family medicine fellowships, with primary practice locations frequently noted in the Metro New Orleans area. Graduates have moved into various residencies and some have transitioned into academic positions.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
ACGME-accredited, partnership with Tulane Medical Center, strong faculty mentorship, comprehensive learning environment.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Residents are allocated four weeks of vacation per year, inclusive of any time off for personal leave. Unused vacation days cannot be carried over to the next year.