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Kaiser Permanente Southern California (Inland Empire) Program

Fontana, California

Internal Medicine

Specialty

Program Overview

Summary of Residency Program

The Kaiser Permanente Southern California Inland Empire Internal Medicine Residency Program nurtures a strong culture of clinical excellence and professionalism in an integrated healthcare model. Residents benefit from a supportive environment in three major medical centers and receive comprehensive training that prepares them for their future medical careers, aligning with the goals of compassionate care and quality training. The program emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning and aims to empower residents to be their best in a diverse, fast-growing area of Southern California.

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Moderate Competition

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Program Details

Specialty

Internal Medicine

IMG Friendly (Y/N)

No

IMG Friendly (detail)

The Kaiser Permanente Southern California Inland Empire Internal Medicine Residency Program does not sponsor H-1 or J-1 visas at this time, indicating that it may not be IMG-friendly. There is no explicit mention of acceptance of International Medical Graduates, IMG acceptance rates, or ECFMG certification.

Categorical Positions

8

Categorical Positions (detail)

8 categorical and 3 preliminary positions are available each year.

Program Website

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Kaiser Permanente Southern California Inland Empire Residency Program

Program Director

Thomas J. Chen, MD, FACP

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Current Residents

Overview

The residency program has 8 categorical PGY-1 residents currently enrolled, with an unknown number of DO residents. The diversity of the residency is evidenced by its welcoming atmosphere and commitment to training future physicians who excel in professionalism and evidence-based care.

PGY-1 MD

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PGY-1 DO

PGY-1 IMG

Curriculum & Education

Overview

Features rotational experiences at our Kaiser Permanente Fontana, Riverside, and Ontario Medical Centers, allowing residents to gain a broad base of training and patient care experiences.

Application

Application Deadline: December 2, 2024
Interview Timeframe: October-January
Positions Available: 8 categorical and 3 prelim
Next Positions Available: July 1, 2025

# of Locations

Three medical centers: Fontana, Riverside, and Ontario.

Fellowship

The program offers a variety of fellowship opportunities including Allergy & Immunology, Cardiology, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, Community Medicine, Electrophysiology, Gastroenterology, Geriatric Medicine, Hospice and Palliative Medicine, Interventional Cardiology, Micrographic Surgery and Dermatologic Oncology, Nephrology, Orthopedic Sports Medicine, and Pulmonary & Critical Care Medicine.

Resident Life

Overview

Nurtured a strong culture of clinical excellence and physician leadership in an integrated healthcare model.

On Call Schedule

# of Years of Program

Typically, it's a 3-year residency program.

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Salary & Benefits

Benefits Overview

The program offers a family-like atmosphere, broad base training, opportunities for second looks, and emphasizes holistic application reviews.

PGY-1 Salary

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