Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The Internal Medicine Residency at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine Chattanooga offers a comprehensive training experience designed to prepare residents for successful careers in internal medicine. With a focus on personal development and camaraderie among residents, the program features a dynamic curriculum, competitive fellowship match rates, and strong faculty support. Residents benefit from protected ambulatory time and engage in extensive didactic learning, research opportunities, and participation in national conferences, all within an established teaching center and Level 1 Trauma Center.
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Program Details
Specialty
Internal Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
No
IMG Friendly (detail)
The Internal Medicine Residency Program at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center College of Medicine Chattanooga does not explicitly mention IMG-friendliness or acceptance of international medical graduates, but it may imply broader acceptance through its goals of preparing residents for success in various fields of internal medicine and encouraging the camaraderie of residents.
Categorical Positions
11
Categorical Positions (detail)
30 resident positions (11/year)
Program Website
Address
975 East Third Street, Hospital Box 112, Chattanooga, TN 37403
Program Director
Curtis Cary, MD, FAAP, FACP, MRCP-(London)
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Current Residents
Overview
There are currently 30 resident positions in the program, with 11 positions filled each year for the PGY-1 level, resulting in a diverse group of residents.
PGY-1 MD
11
PGY-1 DO
PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Dynamic curriculum that includes experiences in global health, research, night medicine, and more, featuring didactic time that includes case-based presentations and core lecture series with a rotating two-year curriculum.
Application
The residency application process requires applicants to submit their applications through the ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service). Interviews are typically held in the fall, and specific dates can vary each year. Interested applicants should keep an eye on the official residency website for precise deadlines and exact posting dates. Additional materials may include letters of recommendation and a personal statement, but specifics are not detailed in the provided text.
# of Locations
Residents work at hospitals and other clinical sites across Tennessee.
Fellowship
Residents at this program have successfully matched in fellowships in Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Infectious Disease, Nephrology, Pulmonary/Critical Care, and Sports Medicine, showcasing a range of post-residency career paths.
Resident Life
Overview
Established in 1911, The University of Tennessee Health Science Center aims to improve human health through education, research, clinical care and public service. The program emphasizes camaraderie among residents and a supportive learning environment.
On Call Schedule
Morning Report occurs Wednesday – Friday from 8:00 – 9:00 am, Noon Conference occurs Monday – Friday from 12:00 noon – 1:00 pm
# of Years of Program
The program typically spans 3 years, focusing on preparing residents for various fields of internal medicine.
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Alumni
Alumni of the Internal Medicine Residency program at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center have successfully pursued a variety of fellowships and subspecialties, including Cardiology, Endocrinology, Gastroenterology, Infectious Disease, Nephrology, Pulmonary/Critical Care, and Sports Medicine. Many alumni continue their careers in academic positions as well as in private practice across various geographic regions.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Meal and CME stipends, Vacation and leave time, Reimbursement for travel to regional and national conferences if presenting, Hospital cafeteria and food services that feature Chick-fil-a, Starbucks, Subway and more, Tennessee has no earned income tax (i.e. no state income tax)
PGY-1 Salary
Vacation
Residents are granted vacation and leave time as part of the residency program benefits. Specific policies regarding the number of vacation days and rollover are not mentioned in the text but generally adhere to common residency program standards.