Center for Family Medicine (Sioux Falls) Program
Family medicine - Sioux Falls, SD | ACGME Code: 1204611294 | NRMP Code: 2979120C0
The Sioux Falls Family Medicine Residency Program aims to train and prepare family physicians for practice in rural communities of South Dakota and the Upper Midwest. The program offers an education that emphasizes excellence in evidence-based medicine, patient care, and community service through both allopathic and osteopathic approaches.
Residents in the program have a unique opportunity to practice medicine across four locations, including Sanford and Avera, the largest healthcare systems in South Dakota, and two Sioux Falls clinics: Center for Family Medicine and Falls Community Health.
The program's curriculum integrates required and elective rotations with an "in-house" curriculum, including daily noon conferences and other scheduled meetings to provide exposure to a wide variety of medical problems encountered in family medicine.
The application criteria for the program include submission through ERAS, letters of recommendation, USMLE or COMLEX transcript, medical school transcript, and eligibility for resident licensure through the SD Board of Medical & Osteopathic Examiners. Foreign medical graduates must meet additional criteria such as familiarity with the US healthcare system, ECFMG certification, English language communication skills, and a valid visa permitting employment in the US.
The program accepts 9 new residents each year and conducts interviews between the end of October and January. Candidates will have the opportunity to meet with the program director, faculty members, and current residents during the interview process.
Residents at the Sioux Falls Family Medicine Residency Program receive various benefits, including health insurance, disability coverage, life insurance, retirement savings plan, educational allowance, and professional memberships.
Sioux Falls, where the program is located, offers a friendly community with various amenities such as restaurants, sports teams, parks, bike trails, and entertainment venues.
Overall, the program provides a comprehensive training experience in family medicine with a focus on community service and rural practice preparation.
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PGY1 Positions 9 ( 9, 9, 9 )
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Location
Sioux Falls city, South Dakota
Living in Sioux Falls, SD
- Crime Rate and Safety: Sioux Falls has a relatively low crime rate compared to other cities in the U.S., making it a safe place to live.
- Fun Activities: Sioux Falls offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, including parks, hiking trails, and water activities on the Big Sioux River. The city also has cultural attractions like museums and theaters.
- Climate: Sioux Falls experiences all four seasons, with cold winters and warm summers. Be prepared for snow in the winter months.
- Races and Population: Sioux Falls has a diverse population with a mix of races and ethnicities, creating a welcoming and inclusive community.
- Education: The city has good public and private schools, as well as higher education institutions like the University of Sioux Falls and Augustana University.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in Sioux Falls is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to reside.
- Neaby Cities: Sioux Falls is the largest city in South Dakota. The nearest bigger cities are Minneapolis, MN, and Omaha, NE, which are both approximately a 3-hour drive away. Minneapolis offers a vibrant urban experience with cultural attractions, while Omaha is known for its zoo and museums.
- Pros: Low crime rate, affordable cost of living, diverse population, and plenty of recreational activities.
- Cons: Cold winters and distance from larger cities for more diverse entertainment options.
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