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Kaiser Permanente Southern California (Woodland Hills) Program

Woodland Hills, California

Family Medicine

Specialty

Program Overview

Summary of Residency Program

The Family Medicine Woodland Hills Residency Program, affiliated with UCLA, offers an unopposed experience in a supportive and community-oriented environment. With a strong emphasis on academic training and a commitment to resident wellness, the program prepares its trainees to provide comprehensive family care while giving them opportunities for individualized attention due to a limited number of residents per year. Graduates have excellent success rates in board examinations and are well-prepared for a variety of fellowship programs or career opportunities within Kaiser Permanente.

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Program Details

Specialty

Family Medicine

IMG Friendly (Y/N)

Yes

IMG Friendly (detail)

The Family Medicine Woodland Hills Residency Program appears to be IMG-friendly, as it is affiliated with UCLA and accepts graduates from various medical schools including international institutions. There is no specific mention of acceptance rates for IMGs, but the presence of diverse faculty and medical students rotating from different schools suggests an inclusive environment for international graduates.

Categorical Positions

6

Categorical Positions (detail)

6 residents per year (18 total) allowing greater attention to individual resident needs

Program Website

Address

Family Medicine Woodland Hills Medical Center, Woodland Hills, California, USA.

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Current Residents

Overview

The current PGY-1 resident roster consists of 6 individuals who are part of a focused training cohort, allowing for strong mentorship and individualized learning experiences throughout the program. The residency promotes a collegial atmosphere, enhancing the educational experience for all residents.

PGY-1 MD

Currently, the program has 6 PGY-1 MD residents enrolled, as this is the number of positions available each year.

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PGY-1 IMG

The exact number of PGY-1 residents who are International Medical Graduates is not explicitly mentioned, but given the diversity in the program, it is implied that at least some IMGs may be included among the 6 total PGY-1 residents.

Curriculum & Education

Overview

Daily didactic noon conferences, Daily morning teaching rounds on inpatient medicine, Twice monthly medicine Grand Rounds, Regular participation in hospital-wide education conferences, Strong procedural, dermatology, gynecologic and musculoskeletal training, Ample opportunities for research with assistance from a faculty research director.

Application

Application Deadline: December 2, 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

Woodland Hills Medical Center and community clinic assignments.

Fellowship

Recent graduates of the Family Medicine Woodland Hills program have pursued diverse fellowship opportunities, including sports medicine, adolescent medicine, geriatrics, and hospice and palliative care. The program's affiliation with UCLA enhances access to additional subspecialty training.

Resident Life

Overview

Unopposed program, Family practice clinic located within steps of the hospital and specialty clinics, UCLA – affiliated residency, Supportive environment, Community service emphasis with community clinic assignments, Multi-ethnic population with diverse socio-economic base, Flexible and ample elective time, Only six residents per year allowing greater attention to individual resident needs, Global Health Track and Community Medicine Track option.

On Call Schedule

# of Years of Program

3 years.

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Salary & Benefits

Benefits Overview

4 weeks of vacation and 3 personal days each year, reimbursement for educational and license fees, including USMLE/COMLEX Step 3 Exam, California Postgraduate Temporary License, up to $700 for Educational Materials for PGY1, $500 for PGY2 and PGY3, reimbursement for DEA Certificate, annual subscription to UpToDate, and other educational fees.

PGY-1 Salary

Vacation

Vacation and Personal Days – each year, you receive four weeks of vacation, as well as 3 personal days.

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