Bon Secours Richmond Health System (Blackstone Rural) Program
Family medicine - Blackstone, VA | ACGME Code: 1205100716 | NRMP Code: 2530120C1, 2530120C3
This is the St. Francis Family Medicine Residency Blackstone Rural Track affiliated with Bon Secours Richmond Health System. The program was established in 1970 and reopened in 2013 as a rural track located in Blackstone, Virginia, a rural town with a population of 3,400. They accept two residents annually and emphasize training for those interested in serving rural and underserved communities. The curriculum includes a focus on outpatient procedures suitable for physicians working in underserved areas. Residents undertake their inpatient training and most elective rotations at the main St. Francis site, while outpatient training is conducted at the Blackstone clinic.
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PGY1 Positions 2 ( 2, 2, 2 )
Admission
Training
Quality of Life
Location
Blackstone town, Virginia
Living in Blackstone, VA
- Crime Rate and Safety: Blackstone is generally a safe town with a lower crime rate compared to larger cities. Residents often feel secure in this community.
- Fun Activities: Blackstone offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities such as hiking, fishing, and boating. The town also has local shops and restaurants for residents to enjoy.
- Climate: Blackstone has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Residents experience all four seasons.
- Races and Population: The population of Blackstone is diverse, with a mix of different races and ethnicities contributing to the town's cultural fabric.
- Education: Blackstone has schools that provide quality education for residents, including elementary, middle, and high schools.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in Blackstone is generally lower compared to major cities, making it an affordable place to reside.
- Proximity to Larger Cities: Richmond, VA, is the nearest major city to Blackstone, located approximately 50 miles away. Driving time to Richmond is about an hour, offering access to big city amenities.
- Pros: Affordable cost of living, diverse population, and proximity to Richmond for city amenities.
- Cons: Limited entertainment options compared to larger cities.
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Match History
2530120C1
2024
2023
2022
2021
2020
2530120C3
2024
2023
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