Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The University of Rochester Family Medicine Residency Program, an ACGME accredited 3-year program, offers a unique blend of community-hospital-based training and academic resources. Known for its extensive training in psychosocial medicine and a robust obstetrical program, residents gain hands-on experience with 40 to 60 deliveries during their first two months. The program encourages global health involvement and community care, allowing residents to tailor their training with a variety of Areas of Concentration. The surrounding Rochester community provides a low cost of living and numerous recreational activities, making it an appealing environment for both work and leisure.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The University of Rochester Family Medicine Residency Program appears to be IMG-friendly. The program's structure, with a focus on community involvement, international health, and individualized training areas, suggests that they accept and support International Medical Graduates. However, specific statistics regarding IMG acceptance rates are not explicitly noted in the text.
Categorical Positions
Categorical Positions (detail)
The residency program has 13 residents in each year of the 3-year program.
Program Website
Address
University of Rochester Medical Center, 600 Elmwood Ave, Rochester, NY 14642
Program Director
Colleen Fogarty M.D., M.Sc.
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Current Residents
Overview
The program has expanded to include a 13th resident in each year, thereby enhancing the community within the residency. It boasts a collaborative environment where residents from various specialties work closely, ensuring rich learning experiences.
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PGY-1 DO
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
The program provides in-depth training in psychosocial medicine, highlighted by a 5-month longitudinal rotation in the PGY-2 year focusing on Psychosocial Medicine and Practice Improvement. It also emphasizes community involvement, care of underserved populations, alongside a robust OB experience and opportunities for tailored training through 13 Areas of Concentration.
Application
The application is opening soon, and further details can be found on the 'How to Apply' page linked in the text.
# of Locations
Residents work at multiple clinic and hospital locations, including a community-based experience complemented by an academic medical center.
Fellowship
The residency program provides a comprehensive training experience that likely opens doors for various fellowships post-graduation. Particular emphases on community involvement and tailored training areas might support graduates in pursuing subspecialties, although specific fellowship opportunities are not detailed in the provided text.
Resident Life
Overview
The University of Rochester Family Residency Program is one of the oldest FM programs in the country, featuring a unique 12-12-12 program structure expanded to include 13 residents annually.
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# of Years of Program
The residency program is three years long.
Housing
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Alumni
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Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
The program offers some of the most in-depth training in psychosocial medicine and a robust OB experience with 40-60 deliveries in the 2-month rotation during internship, along with community involvement and care of the underserved.
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