Carle Foundation Hospital Program
Family medicine - Urbana, IL | ACGME Code: 1201621492
The Carle Foundation Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program is a community-based program in a 489-bed tertiary care hospital in Urbana, Illinois. While this program is no longer accepting applications, interested applicants are encouraged to consider the University of Illinois College of Medicine Peoria Family Medicine Residency Program, which includes training at Carle Health Methodist Hospital in Peoria, Illinois.
The Carle Family Medicine Residency Program offers a robust learning experience in a highly supportive environment with strong resources and research opportunities. The program emphasizes a clinic-first model, providing residents with exceptional patient continuity by treating both adult and pediatric patients. There is a focus on educational workshops, weekly didactics, and protected time for learning activities. The program also prioritizes resident feedback to enhance clinical rotations.
Carle Foundation Hospital, the primary teaching hospital for the Carle Illinois College of Medicine, serves as a Level I trauma center with various specialized services, such as Level III perinatal services, a Comprehensive Stroke Center, Level 3 Epilepsy Center, cancer institute, and heart and vascular institute. Residents have the opportunity to teach and mentor medical students and benefit from unique training styles and internal track systems for tailored third-year training.
Graduates from the Carle Family Medicine Residency Program are often recruited by the Carle Foundation Hospital system to work in family medicine clinics, convenient care, and as hospitalists. The residency uses Epic as its fully-implemented EMR for outpatient and inpatient care. The program also offers hands-on patient care experiences in various settings, including clinics, hospitals, nursing homes, and homes.
Overall, the Carle Family Medicine Residency Program provides a comprehensive training experience with strong clinical exposure, diverse educational opportunities, and a supportive network that fosters lifelong friendships and career success.
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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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