Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Shiprock UNM Family Medicine Residency Program is a unique training program focused on serving Native American patients and communities. It is the first federal Indian Health Service residency program in the U.S. and solely operates on the Navajo Nation. The program accepts two residents annually and has a distinct 1+2 training model that includes rotations at both the University of New Mexico Hospital and Northern Navajo Medical Center over three years. The hospital combines emergency medicine, obstetrics, and outpatient care, averaging around 600 patient visits daily. Applications are only accepted via ERAS, and international applicants meet specific clinical experience requirements.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Shiprock UNM Residency Program welcomes applications from international medical graduates (IMGs). All applicants must have documentation of two years of hands-on clinical experience comparable to the US medical school curriculum, and observerships or research are not considered. A valid work permit or eligibility for a J-1 visa is required if the applicant is not a US citizen. H-1 visas are not sponsored.
Categorical Positions
2
Categorical Positions (detail)
2 residents per year
Program Website
Address
915 Camino de Salud NE, Albuquerque, NM 87106
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Current Residents
Overview
This residency program trains two residents each year, focusing on family medicine in rural settings.
PGY-1 MD
PGY-1 DO
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
A 1+2 program where residents spend their first year training at the University of New Mexico Hospital and the North Valley Clinic, followed by two years at Northern Navajo Medical Center in Shiprock.
Application
Applications are only accepted through ERAS. Application deadline is November 1st. Interview spots fill quickly; we encourage applying as early as possible. (Visit the ERAS website for information on dates https://students-residents.aamc.org/eras-tools-and-worksheets-residency-applicants/eras-2023-residency-timeline) All applicants must: Sign up for The Match (only ERAS applications are accepted). Pass the USMLE or COMLEX (we have no minimum score requirement or restrictions on attempts). Graduate from medical school within the past four (4) years. Have a valid work permit or be eligible for a J-1 visa (H-1 visas are not sponsored) if you are not a US citizen. *For international applicants only: We welcome applications from international medical graduates. To apply, applicants must meet the following requirements: Documentation of two years of hands-on clinical experience (hospital-based), comparable to the US medical school curriculum (either during medical school or afterwards); we do not consider observerships or research. Applicants selected for an interview will be contacted and the interview process will follow ACGME guidelines and recommendations.
# of Locations
3 (University of New Mexico Hospital, North Valley Clinic, Northern Navajo Medical Center)
Fellowship
Information regarding post-graduation fellowship opportunities was not explicitly outlined in the provided text. Further information may be available on the program's official website or by contacting them directly.
Resident Life
Overview
The first federal Indian Health Service (IHS) residency program in the country located on Navajo Nation, serving the Diné people.
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# of Years of Program
3 years
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