Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Maine-Dartmouth Family Medicine Residency is an ACGME-accredited program offering comprehensive training in family medicine, with a focus on full-spectrum primary care, including obstetrics and pediatrics. Located in Augusta, Maine, it provides hands-on experience in community practices, catering to diverse socio-economic groups and emphasizing care for underserved populations. The training is overseen by a dedicated faculty of MDs and DOs within various specialties, ensuring a rich educational environment. The program combines practical experience with a strong teaching emphasis, making it suitable for residents interested in diverse aspects of family medicine.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program does not explicitly mention International Medical Graduates (IMG) or their acceptance rate. However, it indicates that it has both allopathic and osteopathic training, which suggests some level of inclusivity. Further inspection into visa sponsorship or ECFMG certification acceptance is recommended for more clarity on IMG-friendliness.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
10-10-10 ACGME-accredited program; details on prelim residents or additional positions not specified
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Program Director
Kathryn Hoffmann, DO
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Current Residents
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The family medicine residency emphasizes full-spectrum training with preparation to incorporate comprehensive pregnancy-related care into independent practice. The primary faculty comprises MD and DO physicians, nurse practitioners, physician assistants, nurse midwives, and a psychologist, offering clinical expertise in various domains such as family medicine, sports medicine, geriatrics, and more. Residents work closely with RNs, LPNs, medical assistants, and clerical staff, learning the day-to-day logistics of running a practice and gaining experience across various socio-economic groups.
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# of Locations
6 clinical practices in collaboration with MaineGeneral Medical Center (3 family medicine and 3 specialty practices)
Fellowship
The program offers advanced training in geriatric medicine, sports medicine, and osteopathic neuromusculoskeletal medicine, all of which are ACGME-accredited. Recent graduates may pursue various fellowships related to these specializations, although specific fellowship opportunities are not detailed in the provided text.
Resident Life
Overview
Maine-Dartmouth Family Medicine Residency is a well-established, independent organization functioning as the ACGME-accredited Sponsoring Institution for several graduate medical education programs. Our core family medicine residency is a 10-10-10 ACGME-accredited program with Osteopathic Recognition, providing both osteopathic and allopathic training, and our one-year advanced training programs in geriatric medicine, sports medicine, and osteopathic neuromusculoskeletal medicine are all ACGME-accredited.
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# of Years of Program
3 years (10-10-10 program structure)
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