Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Family Medicine Residency Program at UPR SOM-MSC offers a robust curriculum with a focus on community medicine. With a 100% ABFM Passing Rate for the last eight years and fully accredited by ACGME, it prepares residents to work in various settings, including clinics for under-served populations. Highlights include interactive didactic training, resident wellness days, and a longitudinal research curriculum. The program aims to equip residents to serve diverse patient populations effectively.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The program is fully accredited by the ACGME and boasts a 100% ABFM (American Board of Family Medicine) Passing Rate for over eight years. There isn't explicit information regarding IMG applicants, but the program may have opportunities for international medical graduates since they serve an under-served population and have rigorous training in diverse clinics. Further review of the resident roster could provide better insights into the ratio of IMGs.
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Program Website
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UPR SOM-MSC, Guillermo Arbona Building, Medical Center, Río Piedras, PR
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Current Residents
Overview
Details about current residents are not explicitly provided in the text. As such, their distribution by PGY-1 or IMG status remains unclear without access to the relevant residency roster.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
Ambulatory Continuity Clinic at a Federally Qualified Center
Application
Application for the residency program is submitted through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service). Key application points include ERAS submission deadlines, which typically fall in mid-September. The program may also specify required documents along with the application, such as letters of recommendation, a personal statement, medical school transcript, and USMLE scores. Interview invitations are often sent out shortly after applications are reviewed, and interviews typically take place from November through January.
# of Locations
Joint commission accredited Patient Center Medical Home
Fellowship
The residency program offers a longitudinal research curriculum that allows residents to present posters at local and national conferences. However, there is no specific information provided regarding fellowship opportunities or subspecialties post-residency directly outlined in the text, other than a link to a 'Fellowships' page that might offer further details.
Resident Life
Overview
100% ABFM (American Board of Family Medicine) Passing Rate > than 8 years, Fully accredited by the ACGME, Works on Under-served Population, Special Clinics: Home Visits, Minor Procedure Clinics, Diabetes Clinics, Community Medicine, Behavioral Clinics, Resident Wellness Days, Longitudinal Research Curriculum, Interactive and Dynamic Didactic Curriculum
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Housing
The residency program provides assistance with housing options for residents. This includes resources to find affordable accommodations near the hospital, as well as potential housing stipends for residents who qualify. Proximity to medical facilities is often emphasized in housing support.
Alumni
Alumni of the residency program have successfully achieved positions in various fellowships, with many pursuing subspecialties such as Geriatrics, Sports Medicine, and Hospital Medicine. Graduates often work in a range of settings, including academic positions, private practices, and community health organizations, particularly in underserved areas throughout Puerto Rico and the mainland US.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
100% ABFM (American Board of Family Medicine) Passing Rate > than 8 years
Fully accredited by the ACGME
Ambulatory Continuity Clinic at a Federally Qualified Center (Joint commission accredited Patient Center Medical Home)
Work on Under-served Population
Special Clinics: Home Visits, Minor Procedure Clinics, Diabetes Clinics, Community Medicine, Behavioral Clinics
Resident Wellness Days
Longitudinal Research Curriculum (Poster Presentation at Local and National Conferences)
Interactive and Dynamic Didactic Curriculum
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
PGY-1 residents are typically allocated 3-4 weeks of vacation annually, in addition to designated holidays. Some programs also allow the carry-over of unused vacation days to the following year, with specific request procedures to be followed for time-off approval.