Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Internal Medicine Residency Program at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery, founded in 2008, transitioned to ACGME accreditation in 2017. The program accepts up to seven residents annually and is dedicated to providing a variety of training opportunities across diverse patient populations due to its unique location. It prides itself on high-quality faculty and individualized mentoring for residents, preparing them for future fellowships and independent practice.
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program accepts international medical graduates (IMGs).
Categorical Positions
7
Categorical Positions (detail)
The Internal Medicine Residency Program was founded in 2008 and accepts up to seven residents per year.
Program Website
Address
3700 S Main St, Blacksburg, VA 24060
Program Director
William S. Cox, DO
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Current Residents
Overview
The program has a solid faculty with core members who have graduated from the residency program themselves. Each PGY-1 resident is assigned a mentor to provide one-on-one support throughout their training.
PGY-1 MD
7
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum for first year residents includes daily report meetings, internal medicine lecture series, morbidity and mortality conferences, journal club, simulation training, and board review sessions. Residents gain essential training in various medical procedures and topics relevant to specialization in internal medicine.
Application
To apply for the residency program, use ERAS with program number 1405100900. Applicants will be part of the NRMP with a match number of 2192140C0. For more details, visit the ERAS website.
# of Locations
Residents will work at multiple locations, including LewisGale Hospital Montgomery and the Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center, ensuring exposure to diverse patient populations and healthcare settings.
Fellowship
Recent graduates have pursued fellowships in nephrology, cardiology, interventional cardiology, endocrinology, pulmonology critical care, geriatrics, palliative care, neuromuscular medicine, and sports medicine.
Resident Life
Overview
The Internal Medicine Residency Program at LewisGale Hospital Montgomery offers a unique opportunity for residents due to its location next to Virginia Tech, which presents a large variety of patient populations and experiences. The program emphasizes mentorship and individualized learning, supported by a dedicated faculty who are committed to the residents' clinical experience and educational needs.
On Call Schedule
Residents receive $950 per academic year to pay for on-call meals. Nights are covered by the block night teams with the exception of Saturday nights, which are covered by a random call schedule.
# of Years of Program
The Internal Medicine Residency Program is typically three years, with opportunities for fellowship training in various specializations for residents after completion.
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Alumni
Residents have pursued fellowships in various specialties including nephrology, cardiology, interventional cardiology, endocrinology, pulmonology critical care, geriatrics, palliative care, neuromuscular medicine and sports medicine.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
As part of HCA Healthcare, residents have access to career opportunities after graduation within HCA Healthcare’s national network and rotate at the Salem Veterans Affairs Medical Center, providing diverse patient experiences.
PGY-1 Salary
$59,842 (plus $950 for meals, totaling $60,792)
Vacation
Vacation policy includes details about how many days off residents receive annually, though specific allocation and carryover rules are not mentioned.