Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Family Medicine Residency at Mayo Clinic Health System in Mankato, Minnesota, is a three-year program designed to provide residents with robust training emphasizing community engagement and comprehensive patient care. Residents are exposed to diverse clinical environments with a focus on point-of-care skills, behavioral health training, and a strong commitment to community-based medical training.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program does not explicitly mention acceptance or support for International Medical Graduates (IMGs). There is no information on IMG applicants, eligibility for international graduates, or an IMG acceptance rate. Without detailed statistics or clear indicators in the available resources, it is inferred that the program may not have a specific IMG-friendly stance, which should be considered by international applicants.
Categorical Positions
5
Categorical Positions (detail)
Five new residents join the Family Medicine Residency each year for a total of 15 current residents.
Program Website
Address
200 First St. SW, Rochester, MN 55905
Program Director
Erin Westfall, D.O.
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Current Residents
Overview
Currently, there are 15 residents enrolled in the Family Medicine Residency program, with 5 new PGY-1 residents starting each year. This diverse cohort benefits from individualized education plans and a curriculum focused on comprehensive care and community health.
PGY-1 MD
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PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
As a resident, you'll have access to robust clinical, educational, and research resources. You'll find support both inside and outside of the campus to promote physical and mental wellness and ensure your work/life balance. Daily didactics, monthly procedure workshops. Scholarship incorporated into daily activities. Education and training on addiction medicine - all residents complete the 8-hour Medication-Assisted Treatment (MAT) of Substance Use Disorders training during their first year.
Application
The application process for the Family Medicine Residency program involves virtual interviews for the 2024-2025 season, aiming to avoid financial or time barriers for applicants. The specifics, including deadlines for applications, further details about how to apply, and additional materials required, are available on the residency program's website.
# of Locations
4, including urban and rural rotations in metro and surrounding communities.
Fellowship
The Family Medicine Residency program emphasizes a comprehensive training approach with opportunities for individualized education plans. The fellowship options or subspecialties pursued by graduates include areas highlighted in the curriculum like addiction medicine, community health, and enhanced training through additional electives.
Resident Life
Overview
Only residency at Mayo Clinic Health System - Mankato and in the Southwest Minnesota region. Strong focus on community engagement.
On Call Schedule
During the first year, night call occurs on two rotations. During the second and third years of the residency, you'll have call from home every tenth night and every tenth weekend.
# of Years of Program
3 years.
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Alumni
After graduating from the Family Medicine Residency, alumni often pursue opportunities in a variety of health care settings. Common career paths include attending fellowships in specialized areas of medicine or securing academic and teaching positions. While the text does not provide explicit statistics, it emphasizes the diverse opportunities available post-graduation, which are facilitated by the program's strong community and educational foundation.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Individualized education plan, strong focus on community health, Point of Care Ultrasound curriculum, sports medicine emphasis, daily didactics, and behavioral health training.
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation