Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The College Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency Program is a unique training environment located in Long Beach, California, that emphasizes progressive autonomy for residents. It is ACME accredited and is affiliated with Keck Hospital of USC and Norris Cancer Hospital. Graduates have matched into various competitive fellowships and typically find fulfilling careers in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The program takes five new PGY-1 residents each academic year.
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Moderate Competition
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The College Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency Program does not explicitly mention an IMG acceptance rate, but the program is structured to support a diverse resident body. It is important to gather anecdotal evidence and specific eligibility criteria on the program's website or during communication with program representatives to confirm IMG-friendliness.
Categorical Positions
5
Categorical Positions (detail)
5 new PGY-1 residents for the 2023-2024 academic year, current 15 residents
Program Website
Address
2776 Pacific Avenue, Long Beach, California 90806, United States
Program Director
Kenneth Jones - Program Coordinator
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Current Residents
Overview
Currently, the program has a total of 15 residents, with plans to accept 5 new PGY-1 residents for the upcoming academic year 2023-2024.
PGY-1 MD
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PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The residency program at College Medical Center focuses on internal medicine with an ACGME accreditation. It includes clinical rotations, didactics, and block schedules that enhance clinical skills and knowledge appropriate for residents’ stages of training.
Application
To apply, candidates must visit the Application Process link, where specific details and deadlines are outlined. (Not extracted, needs exact details from site).
# of Locations
Residents work at College Medical Center and affiliated sites, including Keck Hospital of USC and Norris Cancer Hospital, thus gaining exposure to a diverse range of cases.
Fellowship
Graduates of the program have successfully matched into several competitive fellowships including Pulmonary/Critical Care Medicine, Nephrology, Hematology/Oncology, Endocrinology, Infectious Disease, Hospice/Palliative Care, and Geriatrics. This indicates a strong focus on providing opportunities for advanced training in specialized fields.
Resident Life
Overview
College Medical Center offers a unique training environment in which residents are given progressive autonomy with appropriate supervision, enhancing their learning experience.
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# of Years of Program
The residency program is typically three years long, with the first year being focused on foundational skills in internal medicine (PGY-1).
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Alumni
Graduates have pursued fellowships including Pulm/Critical Care Medicine, Nephrology, Hematology/Oncology, Endocrinology, Infectious Disease, Hospice/Palliative Care, and Geriatrics, suggesting strong alumni success in both inpatient and outpatient settings.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Compensation & Benefits include salaries, health insurance, and tuition assistance.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
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