Adventist Health Glendale Program

The Glendale Family Medicine Residency Program at Adventist Health Glendale is dedicated to fostering skilled family medicine physicians through evidence-based, broad-spectrum medical training. Nestled within the culturally vibrant and multi-ethnic community of Glendale, California, the program emphasizes empathy and humanism in patient care, targeting the needs of medically underserved populations in the area.

With a legacy dating back to 1973, the program has successfully trained numerous graduates who serve as essential providers in Glendale and the broader Los Angeles region. The curriculum is structured to adapt to the evolving landscape of medicine, enriched by a dynamic faculty and a diverse patient population. The program welcomes applicants who exhibit a strong passion for family medicine and possess qualities that align with the community-oriented ethos of the residency.

Curriculum Overview

The residency curriculum is strategically divided into three years, each incorporating robust training components and diverse rotations:

First Year

The first year introduces residents to core disciplines including:

• Continuity Clinic
• Cardiology
• Pediatric Inpatient Care
• Orthopedics and Sports Medicine
• Various outpatient pediatric rotations

This year also includes an essential introductory residency module.

Second Year

In the second year, residents deepen their clinical skills with more complex rotations such as:

• Emergency Room rotations
• OB/GYN care
• Population Health Management
• Geriatrics and Palliative Care

Third Year

The third year emphasizes senior responsibilities, preparing residents for independent practice. It includes leadership roles in the Residency Family Medicine Center.

Throughout the training, residents also engage in longitudinal experiences, covering specialties such as Adolescent Medicine, Behavioral Health, and Ultrasound. Various specialty tracks are available, including Underserved Medicine, Academic Faculty, and Lifestyle Medicine with an option for board certification.

Training Sites

Residents experience hands-on training across various facilities:

• Children's Hospital Los Angeles
• Adventist Health White Memorial
• Asian Pacific Healthcare Ventures
• Various Federally Qualified Health Centers (FQHCs)

This wide array of training sites fosters strong clinical exposure to both inpatient and outpatient services, taught by a faculty with specialties across multiple disciplines.

Resident Benefits

Adventist Health Glendale offers a competitive compensation package. Key benefits include:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance (for residents and families)
• Educational conference allowances
• Generous time off including vacation days
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• A remote desktop access to EMR for home use

Residents also enjoy meals provided at the hospital, parking, lab coats, scrubs, and educational resources such as access to UpToDate and DynaMed.

Application Process

Prospective residents must apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), meeting certain eligibility criteria:

• Completion of USMLE Step 1 with no more than one failure; or COMLEX Level 1 under the same condition.
• Residency applicants must be within five years of graduation from medical school.
• International Medical Graduates must have six months of US clinical experience and must be fluent in English.

The application deadline is December 31, with in-person interviews conducted between November and January by invitation only.

Visa Sponsorship

The program does not offer visa sponsorship for any applicants. It is essential for candidates to be either US citizens or permanent residents.

Competitiveness

This program is highly competitive, and the residency maintains a commitment to diversity and inclusivity. It is especially attuned to applicants who show a keen interest in serving underserved populations, which is a cornerstone of the program.

Fellowship Opportunities and Graduates

Graduates from the program have successfully entered various practice settings and fellowship opportunities in specialties such as Sports Medicine, Addiction Medicine, and Geriatrics, establishing a strong network across institutions like UCLA and Cedars-Sinai.

Wellness Initiatives

The program recognizes the significance of resident well-being, facilitated by a resident-led Wellness Committee. This committee helps staunch feelings of isolation and burnout by promoting camaraderie and supportive environments.