Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
Memorial Health University Medical Center offers a Family Medicine Residency Program designed to train the next generation of physicians. With a mission focused on community care, residents gain experience in broad-spectrum family medicine, particularly in underserved areas, under the guidance of dedicated faculty through diverse educational opportunities. This 612-bed facility, affiliated with Mercer University School of Medicine, provides a wealth of resources and clinical experiences, all while allowing residents to enjoy the vibrant city of Savannah, Georgia, and its relatively low cost of living. The program actively engages in fellowships and a robust community outreach program, establishing a comprehensive foundation of knowledge and practical skills.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program does consider International Medical Graduates (IMG) for their family medicine training program.
Categorical Positions
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Program Website
Address
4700 Waters Avenue, Savannah, GA 31404
Program Director
Joshua Ferrell, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The residency program is currently accommodating a diverse group of residents, although the exact number is not provided, indicating a nurturing environment that supports both U.S. and international graduate training.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The Family Medicine Residency Program provides extensive clinical experiences, including longitudinal discussions on various medical topics such as behavioral health, health disparities, sports medicine, and evidence-based medicine. Residents participate in a redesigned residency education series that aims to develop broad-spectrum family medicine practitioners and can experience full-spectrum care across diverse settings alongside faculty with varying specializations.
Application
ERAS: 1201211095; NRMP: 1201211095; Contact Shauntelle Brown, program coordinator at (912) 350-3775 or shauntelle.brown@hcahealthcare.com.
# of Locations
Residents work at multiple clinic and hospital locations, including the Memorial Health University Medical Center.
Fellowship
The program currently offers fellowships in sports medicine and family medicine obstetrics. Recent graduates have also pursued various fellowships.
Resident Life
Overview
Memorial Health University Medical Center offers a Family Medicine Residency Program that is designed to develop the next generation of physicians and physician leaders. The program emphasizes individualized learning opportunities and fosters a collaborative environment among residents and faculty.
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The program typically spans 3 years.
Housing
Residents can enjoy living in various atmospheres close to the hospital, including downtown apartments, historic homes, and coastal living, all within a thirty-minute radius of the hospital.
Alumni
Residents have pursued fellowships in sports medicine, geriatrics, global health, and emergency medicine. Graduates have worked at health departments, private practices, and as hospitalists in ICUs.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The residency program offers various opportunities including individual learning, scholarly activity, protected weekly didactics, and wellness support.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Vacation time is not explicitly detailed in the provided information.