Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Internal Medicine Residency Program at MountainView Regional Medical Center in Las Cruces, NM fosters a supportive environment for residents, focusing on their development as clinicians, educators, and leaders while emphasizing physician well-being. The program provides a structured academic foundation with diverse patient care experiences, exposure to subspecialties, and opportunities for research. Unique to this program is the chance for residents to earn certification in osteopathic recognition, working alongside local specialists.
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program is IMG-friendly as it mentions the acceptance of ECFMG (Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates) certification and is open to applicants who graduated from medical schools outside the US or Canada. Additionally, it encourages international medical graduates who have taken USMLE Steps 1 and 2 or COMLEX 1 and 2 to apply. There is a specific focus on providing a pathway for graduates to achieve certification in osteopathic recognition if they are from osteopathic medical schools.
Categorical Positions
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Program Website
Address
4311 E Lohman Ave, Las Cruces, NM 88011
Program Director
John Wuthrich, D.O.
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Current Residents
Overview
The current cohort includes several residents who are dedicated to their education through a structured curriculum that incorporates rigorous training in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The program boasts an inclusive environment where residents can collaborate with faculty and engage in varied clinical experiences across different specialties, supporting their educational and professional goals in medicine.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program is structured as twelve monthly blocks running from July 1 to June 30 each academic year. The curriculum includes a mix of inpatient and outpatient medicine, cardiology, critical care, and research opportunities. PGY-1 residents have specific rotations including inpatient medicine, outpatient medicine, cardiology, and more, with increasing complexity in PGY-2 and PGY-3 years, incorporating subspecialty rotations and leadership training.
Application
Applicants must participate in the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). All applications will be screened for eligibility, and qualified applicants will be offered an interview before the Match deadline. Preference will be given to applicants who have graduated within the past two years. Supporting documents are required, including a copy of the diploma, official medical school transcript, documentation of prior training, CV, letters of recommendation, personal statement, photo, MSPE, test transcripts, and ECFMG certification (if applicable).
# of Locations
Residents work primarily at the MountainView Regional Medical Center, with exposure to various outpatient settings and facilities affiliated with the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Fellowship
The internal medicine residency program offers robust training with pathways for graduates to pursue fellowships in various subspecialties. Residents have access to structured research opportunities and are encouraged to present at local, regional, and national meetings. The program emphasizes a well-rounded educational experience as well as providing support for applying to fellowship programs after graduation, including potential positions related to their training at affiliated local institutions like the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine.
Resident Life
Overview
MountainView Regional Medical Center's internal medicine residency program is unique due to its affiliation with the Burrell College of Osteopathic Medicine, providing residents with access to a library, simulation center, and research facilities, along with the opportunity to achieve osteopathic recognition at graduation.
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# of Years of Program
The residency program offers a structured three-year training program (PGY-1 to PGY-3) with a strong emphasis on resident well-being and academic excellence.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The program offers a supportive environment, individualized career interests, access to libraries, simulation centers, research facilities, and a structured academic foundation.
PGY-1 Salary
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