Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Family Medicine residency at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center is an academic program dedicated to improving community health through patient care, advocacy, medical education, and scholarly inquiry. Located in Portland, Maine, the program emphasizes quality of life for its residents, supported by a two-week block rotation system and limited on-call hours. The curriculum includes extensive education and hands-on training in family medicine, with particular focus on outpatient care. The program also prioritizes diversity and inclusion and has established a supportive environment for residents.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Family Medicine residency program at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center appears to be IMG-friendly as it actively encourages applications from under-represented minority groups, although specific statistics or explicit references to IMG acceptance rates or international graduates are not mentioned in the text. The program values diversity and is committed to enhancing the representation of diverse backgrounds among residents, suggesting an openness to international medical graduates.
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Categorical Positions (detail)
Established in 1973, the Family Medicine residency program at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center indicates a focus on outpatient practice and includes various opportunities for residents.
Program Website
Address
MaineHealth Maine Medical Center, 22 Bramhall St, Portland, ME 04102, USA
Program Director
Carly McAteer, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The current resident roster specifics such as the number of PGY-1 residents or their educational backgrounds (MD or DO) are not provided.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
In the Family Medicine residency, residents participate in weekly didactics, morning and afternoon reports, and monthly simulation training, ensuring a comprehensive education across various topics including inpatient and outpatient scenarios.
Application
For the Family Medicine residency at MaineHealth Maine Medical Center, specific details regarding the application process, including deadlines, requirements, and interview dates, are not mentioned directly in the provided text. More information can be typically found by visiting their application section directly.
# of Locations
Two clinics built around resident education. Both Family Medicine Centers are NCQA Level 3 Patient Centered Medical Homes.
Fellowship
The Family Medicine residency program offers various fellowship opportunities, including specialties in sports medicine, integrative medicine, addiction medicine, preventative medicine, geriatrics, palliative medicine, and a Chief Resident position. Additionally, graduates have pursued diverse career paths in outpatient practice, academics, integrative medicine, sports medicine, hospitalist medicine, and more.
Resident Life
Overview
The Family Medicine residency at MMC focuses on direct patient care, advocacy, medical education, and scholarly inquiry with a commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion.
On Call Schedule
Limited 24 hour call (1 per year as a PGY2 and PGY3)
# of Years of Program
Typically a 3-year program.
Housing
There is no information about housing options or support offered by the residency program in the text provided.
Alumni
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Weekly didactics, protected teaching time, high-quality postgraduate opportunities, community-based training, focus on education.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Vacation policy details are not mentioned in the text. Further specifics on time off and policies may be found through direct contact or the official residency website.