Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Family Medicine Department at Tufts University School of Medicine is dedicated to training future physicians by integrating compassionate patient care with high-quality, evidence-based medicine. The program focuses on training residents in diverse environments and is associated with notable clinical partners, providing hands-on experience in primary care delivery.
Specialty Competitive Score:
Low Competition
What makes up the competitive specialty score?
Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Tufts University Family Medicine Residency Program is an IMG-friendly program that accepts International Medical Graduates. It provides training opportunities at various community health centers and hospitals, facilitating a supportive environment for residents from diverse backgrounds.
Categorical Positions
12
Categorical Positions (detail)
Program Website
Address
136 Harrison Avenue, Boston, MA 02111
Program Director
Caitlin G. D'Agata, MD
Program Reviews
Overall Rating
N/A
No Reviews Yet
Program
Director
0.0
Quality of
Training
Diversity &
Inclusion
0.0
0.0
Location
0.0
Property Type
ReviewMyResidency (RMR) Score
The RMR Score:
The first of its kind, this unique metric blends hard data like salaries, resident diversity, and program structure with the power of crowd-sourced insights from students, residents, and alumni. It’s your go-to tool for quickly comparing programs and finding the perfect fit for your journey!
Current Residents
Overview
The Tufts Family Medicine Residency Program currently has a total of 48 residents, with a diverse cohort comprising MDs from both U.S. and international medical schools, who engage in various clinical rotations and experiences throughout their residency.
PGY-1 MD
As of the current academic year, there are approximately 12 PGY-1 MD residents enrolled in the Tufts Family Medicine Residency Program, representing graduates from both U.S. and international medical schools.
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Approximately 60% of the current PGY-1 residents are International Medical Graduates, indicating a strong presence of IMGs in the program.
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The Longitudinal Family Medicine Curriculum spans four years with specific courses tailored for each academic year. First-year courses include Medical Interviewing and Evidence-Based Medicine. Subsequent years build on practical and specialized training, culminating in the Family Medicine Clerkship and elective rotations in various areas of medicine.
Application
Tufts University Family Medicine Residency requires the following application materials: 1. ERAS Application, 2. CV, 3. Personal Statement, 4. Three letters of recommendation, including one from the department chair, 5. Medical School Transcript, 6. USMLE or COMLEX scores. Interviews are conducted on selected dates during the interview season. Specific deadlines for applications are usually in the fall, precise dates are provided on the program's official website annually.
# of Locations
Many Tufts students fulfill both their FM Clerkship and Longitudinal Preceptorship at a network of Cambridge Health Alliance community health centers, including the CHA Malden Family Medicine Center. Residents also spend time in Cambridge Health Alliance Hospitals including CHA Everett Hospital and Cambridge Hospital.
Fellowship
Tufts University offers a variety of fellowships for graduates, including the Master Teacher Fellowship focusing on developing family medicine faculty, and the Reproductive Health Care and Advocacy Fellowship aimed at promoting and teaching full-spectrum reproductive health care in primary care settings.
Resident Life
Overview
Tufts University Family Medicine Residency was one of 14 sites chosen via a national competition to participate in a program to transform Family Medicine and create new models of residency training known as P4 (Preparing the Personal Physician for Practice).
On Call Schedule
# of Years of Program
The Tufts Family Medicine Residency is typically a three-year program for residents.
Housing
Alumni
Alumni from the Tufts University Family Medicine Residency have pursued various paths, including positions in community health, academic medicine, and fellowship opportunities in specialties such as geriatrics, sports medicine, and women's health. Notable positions held by alumni include Family Medicine faculty roles at medical schools and leadership positions in community health centers across New England.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The text does not specify the benefits offered to residents.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation