Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Kaiser Permanente San Diego Family Medicine Residency program offers a rigorous and well-rounded training experience, preparing residents to become highly competent and compassionate physician leaders. The program combines formal academic instruction with hands-on patient care, all within a state-of-the-art medical system that supports diverse patient populations. The experience emphasizes direct patient responsibility, preventive care, community service, and leadership development, ensuring residents are well-equipped for various future practices in medicine.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Kaiser Permanente San Diego Family Medicine Residency program aims to welcome diverse residents, emphasizing a commitment to diversity and inclusion. However, explicit details regarding International Medical Graduates (IMG) acceptance, such as an IMG acceptance rate or specific eligibility for IMG applicants, are not mentioned in the text provided. Conversely, there is a strong indication of support for all medical professionals, including those from various backgrounds, given their commitment to inclusive healthcare and leadership roles within the community.
Categorical Positions
6
Categorical Positions (detail)
6 positions available
Program Website
Address
Kaiser Southern California, Family Medicine San Diego Residency Program, San Diego, California
Program Director
Lori McElroy
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Current Residents
Overview
The current residency program includes a diverse cohort of residents, but a specific number of PGY-1 residents enrolled has not been disclosed. The residency promotes a collaborative learning environment with significant faculty involvement and clinical experience, aiming to prepare residents for leadership roles in their communities.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
Our program offers a strong evidence-based educational experience that includes: Direct patient responsibility for a large diverse population, A highly-structured educational curriculum with intense faculty involvement, Innovative teaching and educational exposure including the use of telemedicine, a Kaiser-issued personal iPhone, and point of care ultrasound training, A focus on preventive care, health promotion and disease prevention, A strong commitment to community service, Team-based care, Patient-Centered Medical Home (level 3 = highest level).
Application
Application Deadline: December 1, 2024
Interview Timeframe: November-January
Positions Available: 6
Next Positions Available: July 1, 2025.
*Interview slots may also be filled prior to application deadline, therefore early submission is recommended.
# of Locations
Thirteen San Diego area Kaiser Permanente medical offices, including the Family Medicine Residency medical office, have been officially recognized by the NCQA as a Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Home (PCMH).
Fellowship
Graduates of the Kaiser Permanente San Diego Family Medicine Residency program pursue a range of fellowships, with many residents matching into their top-choice fellowships due to the comprehensive training provided. Various fellowship opportunities include specialties like Allergy & Immunology, Cardiology, Child & Adolescent Psychiatry, and others. Graduates are often sought after for their expertise in Family Medicine.
Resident Life
Overview
We are proud to provide an excellent, practical and flexible educational experience. The mission of the Kaiser Permanente San Diego Family Medicine Residency program is to transform excellent medical students into highly competent and compassionate physician leaders in their communities.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The program typically lasts for 3 years.
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Alumni
Many of the Southern California residents choose to remain with Kaiser Permanente after completing training. Kaiser Permanente residency graduates have chosen highly diverse careers and are sought out for their expertise in all aspects of Family Medicine, including matching in their top choice fellowships. Many other residents who have completed Kaiser Permanente residencies have completed fellowships or have become physicians and leaders of other medical groups, including community clinics, county health departments, and academic medical centers.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Offers a strong evidence-based educational experience, direct patient responsibility for a large diverse population, a highly-structured educational curriculum, training in telemedicine, access to a strong electronic health record system.
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