Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Hazard Family and Community Medicine Residency Program is a university-administered, community-based residency located in Hazard, Kentucky. This program is tailored to train residents specifically for rural practice, thereby addressing the healthcare needs of rural populations. The program is accredited by the ACGME and the American Osteopathic Association, allowing it to attract a diverse group of graduates from Kentucky's medical schools and beyond. The residency emphasizes quality care, community-oriented primary care, and a curriculum designed to prepare residents for the unique demands of rural medical practice. Key facilities include the UK North Fork Valley Community Health Center and Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center, which provide a robust clinical training environment.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program is considered IMG-friendly as it accepts applicants with ties to rural Kentucky and focuses on training residents to practice in rural areas, which would include international medical graduates with interests in rural practice. The program has a dual accreditation by both the ACGME and the AOA, which allows it to attract graduates from various medical schools, including international ones.
Categorical Positions
4
Categorical Positions (detail)
Four categorical residents in each postgraduate year
Program Website
Address
2195 Harrodsburg, Suite 125, Lexington, KY 40504
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently has a total of 4 PGY-1 residents, with a focus on training individuals interested in practicing in rural settings, some of whom may be international medical graduates. This selection process ensures that the program maintains a diverse and skilled resident cohort that aligns with its mission.
PGY-1 MD
4
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
1
Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program provides excellent training in the diagnosis and treatment of disease and emphasizes community-oriented primary care, essential for rural medicine. The curriculum includes a well-organized structure aimed at preparing residents for the unique challenges faced in rural settings.
Application
For applying to the residency program, the application process is through the University of Kentucky and interested candidates should visit the relevant sections for applications and admissions. Specific deadlines and materials are not mentioned in the text.
# of Locations
The residency operates primarily from the UK North Fork Valley Community Health Center as its model clinic and the Hazard ARH Regional Medical Center, which serves over 150,000 residents in southeastern Kentucky, offering multi-disciplinary education.
Fellowship
The residency program offers a diverse training experience with a well-functioning curriculum that addresses the intricacies of rural medicine. It emphasizes community-oriented primary care and operates a model clinic, the UK North Fork Valley Community Health Center, which is focused on multi-disciplinary education. Specific fellowship opportunities offered post-residency include the Sports Medicine Fellowship, with additional options available through affiliated institutions that may center around rural health specialties.
Resident Life
Overview
The residency program is a community-based, university-administered program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education and American Osteopathic Association and approved for four residents in each postgraduate year, emphasizing training for rural practice.
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# of Years of Program
The program is typically a 3-year residency, during which residents gain comprehensive experience in family and community medicine, particularly in rural health.
Housing
There is no specific information regarding housing options or support mentioned in the text.
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education and American Osteopathic Association; focuses on training for rural practice.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation