Carle Foundation Hospital Program
Family medicine - Urbana, IL | ACGME Code: 1201600707
The Carle Foundation Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program is community-based and located in a 489-bed tertiary care hospital in Urbana, Illinois. They offer an ACGME-accredited residency program that provides a unique and innovative learning experience in a highly supportive environment. The program focuses on a clinic-first model, allowing residents to treat adult and pediatric patients with excellent continuity of care.
While the Carle Family Medicine Residency Program is no longer accepting applications, interested applicants are encouraged to consider the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria Family Medicine Residency program with training at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, Illinois.
Residents at Carle have the opportunity to receive training in various specialties such as emergency medicine/trauma, obstetrics, pediatrics, critical care, and surgery. The program also offers a unique internal track system that allows residents to tailor their third-year training to align with their career goals.
The program utilizes Epic EMR for both outpatient and inpatient care and integrates hands-on patient care experiences in clinic and hospital settings. Residents have the chance to teach and mentor medical students at Carle Foundation Hospital, which is the primary teaching hospital for the Carle Illinois College of Medicine.
The program provides longitudinal curriculum and various elective options in different specialties. Residents typically complete their key indicator numbers by the end of post-graduate year three. The Carle Family Medicine Residency program aims to create a supportive and diverse environment that enhances resident training and fosters lasting professional relationships.
Warmest Regards, Francesca Bryan, MD Chief Resident, 2023-2024
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PGY1 Positions 6 ( 6, 5, 6 )
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Urbana city, Illinois
Living in Urbana, IL
- Crime Rate and Safety: Urbana has a moderate crime rate with a focus on property crimes. However, the city takes measures to ensure the safety of residents and visitors.
- Fun Activities: Urbana offers a vibrant arts and music scene, with numerous cultural events throughout the year. Outdoor enthusiasts can enjoy parks and biking trails in the area.
- Climate: Urbana experiences four distinct seasons with cold winters and warm summers. Be prepared for snowfall in the winter months.
- Races and Population: Urbana is a diverse city with a mix of races and cultures, including a significant student population due to the presence of the University of Illinois.
- Education: Urbana boasts excellent educational opportunities, including the University of Illinois and several top-rated schools for K-12 students.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in Urbana is relatively affordable compared to other cities in Illinois, especially when considering housing prices.
- Proximity to Bigger Cities: Urbana is located close to Champaign, about a 10-minute drive away. Champaign is a larger city with more amenities, restaurants, and entertainment options.
- Pros: Diverse community, cultural events, educational opportunities, and relatively affordable cost of living.
- Cons: Moderate crime rate, cold winters, and limited nightlife compared to larger cities.
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