Baptist Memorial Medical Education (Memphis) Program

Family medicine - Memphis, TN | ACGME Code: 1204700727 | NRMP Code: 1694120C0

STEP 200Fellowship Focused Visa J1

The Baptist Memorial Medical Education Family Medicine Residency Program in Memphis, TN offers a Medical Education Track (MET) for residents in their second and third years interested in academic medicine. The MET focuses on developing teaching, mentoring, and scholarly skills through a specialized curriculum. Residents in this track will have opportunities to deliver lectures, lead inpatient teams, mentor students, and attend relevant conferences. Upon completion, MET residents receive a Medical Education certificate. The program nurtures residents for success as clinician-educators through journal clubs, self-directed learning, and elective exploration.

Application requirements include being able to enter graduate medical education on July 1 in the year of the Match, meeting ACGME Common Program Requirements, providing USMLE Steps 1 and 2 or COMLEX 1 and 2 scores, ECFMG certification if applicable, and 3 letters of recommendation. Applicants should have graduated within one year of the ERAS opening in September of the Match year.

The program website does not mention anything about visa support, competitiveness, or being DO/IMG friendly. Dr. Bismah Hasan, Dr. Matthew Tran, Dr. Dania Qureshi, Dr. Nawal Zafar, Dr. Raynie Reed, Dr. Leor Surilov, Dr. Samantha Gutierrez, and Dr. Zaheer Choudhury are among the current residents at the program. Dr. Gutierrez, originally from Memphis, aims to make a positive impact on the community she loves. Dr. Choudhury, with roots in New York and Tennessee, is passionate about helping others and plans to complete his residency in 2025.

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Director

Collins Rainey

Coordinator

Lauren Nguyen

Team

PGY1 Positions 6 ( 6, 6, 6 )

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Admission

Min. Step 2 Score: 200
Visa Sponsorship: J1
YOG Cutoff: -

Training

Fellowship Rate: 33%
Faculty to Residents Ratio: -
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Quality of Life

First year average hours per week: -
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Location

Memphis city, Tennessee

Population
633,104
Income
$50,622
Education
Education
30.5%
Employment
59.7%
Health
12.8%
Age
34
Crime
1,873
Housing
$91,000

Living in Memphis, TN

  • Crime Rate and Safety: Memphis has a high crime rate compared to the national average, particularly in certain neighborhoods. It's important to be cautious and aware of your surroundings.
  • Fun Activities: Memphis is known for its rich music history, delicious barbecue, and vibrant culture. Residents can enjoy visiting Graceland, Beale Street, the National Civil Rights Museum, and numerous live music venues.
  • Climate: Memphis experiences hot summers and mild winters. Be prepared for high humidity levels during the summer months.
  • Races and Population: Memphis has a diverse population with a significant African American community. It is a melting pot of cultures and backgrounds.
  • Education: Memphis is home to several universities and colleges, offering educational opportunities for residents.
  • Cost of Living: The cost of living in Memphis is generally lower than the national average, making it an affordable city to reside in.
  • Proximity to Bigger Cities: Nashville, TN is approximately a 3-hour drive from Memphis. Nashville is known for its music scene, entertainment industry, and vibrant downtown area.
  • Pros: Rich music culture, affordable cost of living, diverse population.
  • Cons: High crime rate in certain areas, hot and humid summers.

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1694120C0

2024

6 of 6

2023

6 of 6

2022

2 of 6

2021

2 of 2

2020

3 of 6

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