CHRISTUS Health/Texas A&M University School of Medicine (Corpus Christi) Program

This CHRISTUS Health/Texas A&M University School of Medicine (Corpus Christi) Internal Medicine Residency Program is located in Longview, Texas, and is affiliated with CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center. The program focuses on training future physician leaders in patient care, quality improvement, and medical education. Graduates have secured positions in primary care, hospital medicine, and various subspecialties.

Application Process:

• Applicants must apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) with ACGME Program ID: 1404800890.
• They onboard 12 new interns per academic year.
• Application deadline is November 30.
• Requirements include USMLE or COMLEX scores, Dean's Letter, letters of recommendation, personal statement, and photo.
• Interview process is via Zoom.
• Must be prepared for three years of residency training.

Program Overview:

• Affiliated with Texas A&M School of Medicine.
• Offers diverse patient population and hands-on experience in various healthcare settings.
• The program focuses on patient care, education, and community outreach.
• Residents can practice as primary care providers, hospitalists, or pursue sub-specialty training.
• Offers a well-structured curriculum with daily didactics and opportunities for research and quality improvement projects.

Curriculum:

• Divided into first-year and second/third-year rotations.
• Elective opportunities in various specialties.
• Daily didactics include conferences, journal clubs, and research-related activities.
• Emphasizes quality improvement and clinical research.
• Residents have won awards for their scholarly activities at major conferences.

Salary and Benefits:

• As of July 1, 2024:
• PGY-1: $58,428
• PGY-2: $60,677
• PGY-3: $62,736
• Benefits include vacation days, health coverage, malpractice insurance, educational resources, and wellness program.

Program Leadership:

• Program Director: Dr. Tiffany Egbe, MD, FACP, SFHM
• Faculty members include clinical pharmacists, core faculty, associate program directors, and others.

Training Sites:

• CHRISTUS Good Shepherd Medical Center in Longview is the primary training site.

Current Residents:

• The program has first, second, and third-year residents with diverse backgrounds and interests.

For more information, you can contact the program directly at [email protected].