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Mountain Area Health Education Center Program

Asheville, North Carolina

Internal Medicine

Specialty

Program Overview

Summary of Residency Program

The MAHEC Internal Medicine Residency program, based in Asheville, North Carolina, provides a unique training experience with a commitment to rural care, community health, and addressing healthcare disparities. The program is dedicated to developing well-rounded internists in a supportive yet challenging learning environment, emphasizing the importance of professional growth and personal well-being over three years. Residents benefit from diverse training experiences, innovative educational approaches, and a strong faculty support system, preparing them for various career paths in internal medicine.

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Moderate Competition

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Program Details

Specialty

Internal Medicine

IMG Friendly (Y/N)

Yes

IMG Friendly (detail)

The MAHEC Internal Medicine Residency program appears to be IMG-friendly. It does not explicitly mention an acceptance rate for International Medical Graduates (IMGs), but it recruits residents who come from U.S. and international medical schools. Additionally, the program emphasizes training in rural care and diversity, which might indicate inclusivity for IMG candidates through their community commitments.

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Program Website

Address

121 Hendersonville Road, Asheville, NC 28803

Program Director

Stephanie Call, MD, MSPH

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Current Residents

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Curriculum & Education

Overview

The curriculum emphasizes training across various specialties within internal medicine, with opportunities for rural care, community-based care, and addressing special populations, supported by a large simulation center and weekly academic seminars.

Application

The application process requires submission through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). Applications are available starting in June, with interviews typically conducted in January and February. Important dates include the application submission deadline in early November.

# of Locations

Multiple locations including Mission Hospital, providing diverse learning experiences.

Fellowship

The MAHEC Internal Medicine Residency program offers various fellowship opportunities. Although specific fellowships were not detailed in the text, the program facilitates extensive training experiences in subspecialties of internal medicine through partnerships with Mission Hospital. This program structure promotes residents' ability to pursue various fellowships post-graduation.

Resident Life

Overview

MAHEC's Internal Medicine Residency Program offers a unique training environment focusing on community service, reducing healthcare disparities, and innovating medical education.

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# of Years of Program

3 years, designed to support both professional development and personal well-being.

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Alumni

Alumni of the MAHEC Internal Medicine Residency have pursued various fellowships in geriatric medicine, hospital medicine, and endocrinology. Many have entered practice in North Carolina and other states, focusing on community-based settings or academic positions.

Salary & Benefits

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PGY-1 Salary

Annual salary for PGY-1 residents is $62,400, along with benefits that include health insurance and retirement plans.

Vacation

PGY-1 residents are allocated 3 weeks of vacation per year, with no carry-over of unused vacation to the following year. Requests for time off are encouraged to be made in advance.

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