Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
McLeod Health offers three residency programs: Family Medicine Residency, Rural Family Medicine Residency, and Pharmacy Practice Residency. These programs are located at the McLeod Regional Medical Center in Florence, South Carolina, a facility known for its comprehensive healthcare services. The Family Medicine Residency focuses on training physicians for a wide range of inpatient and outpatient opportunities, whereas the Pharmacy Practice Residency is dedicated to developing pharmacy leaders in the industry. These programs are designed to equip residents with essential skills and knowledge for their future careers in healthcare.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The McLeod Health residency programs are described as friendly to international medical graduates (IMGs). The programs do not explicitly mention the IMG acceptance rate, but they offer three outstanding residency programs, including Family Medicine and Pharmacy Practice, which are suitable for IMGs. In addition, specific eligibility criteria may be found within the details of the residency programs, indicating acceptance of ECFMG certification and potential visa sponsorship.
Categorical Positions
3
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Program Website
Address
McLeod Regional Medical Center, 555 East Cheves Street Florence, SC 29506
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Current Residents
Overview
Currently, there are three PGY-1 MD residents enrolled in the Family Medicine and Pharmacy residency programs offered by McLeod Health. Additionally, two of the PGY-1 residents are identified as international medical graduates (IMGs).
PGY-1 MD
3
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
2
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The curriculum includes rigorous training in both inpatient and outpatient settings, focusing on practical experiences and preparing residents for real-world responsibilities.
Application
For the Family Medicine Residency, applications are typically accepted through ERAS from September 1 to November 30. Interviews are usually held from November to January. The Pharmacy Practice Residency application process and deadline have not been specified explicitly.
# of Locations
Five clinics and hospitals.
Fellowship
The McLeod Health residency programs provide opportunities for fellows to develop subspecialty expertise, particularly in Family Medicine and Pharmacy Practice. It positions residents to acquire skills necessary for various future career paths.
Resident Life
Overview
McLeod Health offers three residency programs: Family Medicine, Rural Family Medicine, and Pharmacy Practice.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
Usually 3 years for Family Medicine, 1 year for Pharmacy Practice.
Housing
No specific housing information for residents was provided on the page.
Alumni
McLeod's residency alumni have pursued various career paths including primary care, at various healthcare systems and private practices predominantly within South Carolina, but it has also dispersed to neighboring states.
Salary & Benefits
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