Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The McAllen Family Medicine Residency Program, part of the UTRGV School of Medicine, provides a comprehensive training experience focusing on evidence-based primary care for diverse patient populations in South Texas. With a strong emphasis on women's health, pediatrics, and geriatric care, residents engage in active inpatient rotations and learn from experienced faculty across various specialties. This program is designed to prepare future family medicine physicians to deliver high-quality healthcare in a community-oriented setting.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The McAllen Family Medicine Residency Program is supportive of International Medical Graduates, as indicated by the section highlighting its commitment to training residents from diverse backgrounds, including those from international medical schools. Additionally, the program explicitly mentions welcoming IMG applicants in their application requirements section.
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Program Website
Address
Family Medicine Residency - McAllen, UTRGV, 956-687-6155, Email: mfmr@utrgv.edu
Program Director
Sunand M Kallumadanda, MD
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Current Residents
Overview
The residency program currently hosts an unknown number of PGY-1 residents, showcasing a diverse roster with a focus on full-spectrum family medicine. This includes engaging experiences across primary care settings, hospital inpatient services, and specialty training.
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Curriculum & Education
Overview
Residents engage in supervised patient care experiences, clinical teaching, and didactic activities, working directly with physicians across various specialties.
Application
Application Process, candidates are encouraged to apply through the ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service) system. The application deadline for the upcoming 2024 Match is typically in mid-November. Interviews are conducted from December to February, with specific dates to be confirmed upon application submission.
# of Locations
Active inpatient family medicine service allows for experience in various aspects of patient care.
Fellowship
The program offers opportunities in various specialties, allowing residents to pursue fellowships in areas such as obstetrics, emergency medicine, and critical care. Graduates often engage in further training at affiliated institutions, enhancing their expertise in full-spectrum family medicine.
Resident Life
Overview
Full-spectrum family medicine experience with evidence-based primary care focus in south Texas.
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# of Years of Program
Program length is generally three years, providing comprehensive training.
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