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University of New Mexico School of Medicine (Santa Fe) Rural Program

Santa Fe, New Mexico

Family Medicine

Specialty

Program Overview

Summary of Residency Program

The UNM Family Medicine Residency Program provides a comprehensive training experience focused on cultivating leaders in clinical skills and community-based healthcare. With a commitment to serving a diverse patient population, the program offers strong training opportunities in Women’s Health, Addiction Medicine, and Population Health. Trainees benefit from a flexible curriculum designed to meet individual learning goals and support their development in various medical fields, including urban and rural settings. The emphasis on compassionate care and innovative medical practices makes this residency program a strong choice for future family medicine specialists.

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Program Details

Specialty

Family Medicine

IMG Friendly (Y/N)

Yes

IMG Friendly (detail)

The UNM Family Medicine Residency Program is welcoming towards International Medical Graduates (IMGs). The program offers a flexible curriculum with a variety of experiences to cater to diverse training needs, including a focus on medically underserved communities. Specific details regarding the acceptance of IMGs were not explicitly stated; however, the program's strong commitment to providing full-spectrum education and urban/rural medicine suggests a supportive environment for IMG applicants.

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Program Website

Address

915 Camino de Salud NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106

Program Director

Dolores Garcia

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Current Residents

Overview

The current resident roster details for the UNM Family Medicine Residency Program were not disclosed; therefore, a complete summary of the residents, including their demographics or year of residency, remains unspecified.

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Curriculum & Education

Overview

The curriculum is designed to provide excellent clinical training, ample elective time, and a unique population health curriculum that supports leadership in healthcare equity.

Application

Applicant Information can be found at: apply.html

# of Locations

Various locations in urban and rural settings, with a focus on diverse patient populations.

Fellowship

The UNM Family Medicine Residency Program offers robust fellowship opportunities, including Maternal and Child Health fellowships and strong training in areas such as Women's Health, Addiction Medicine, and Population Health/Advocacy. Graduates are positioned to pursue subspecialties aligned with these areas. Information about affiliations with other institutions was not detailed but suggest a diverse range of post-graduation paths.

Resident Life

Overview

UNM's Family Medicine Residency Program offers full-spectrum education with a strong emphasis on leadership, catering to both urban and rural underserved medicine, and a focus on population health.

On Call Schedule

# of Years of Program

Typically 3 years for the residency program.

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Salary & Benefits

Benefits Overview

The residency program offers a comprehensive curriculum that enables exploration of clinical skills, leadership in healthcare systems, and support for underserved communities.

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