Connecticut Institute For Communities Health Program

The Connecticut Institute for Communities Health Program offers a comprehensive Primary Care Residency Program in General Internal Medicine. This three-year program prepares residents for the practice of General Internal Medicine, fulfilling all requirements of the American Board of Internal Medicine. Accredited by ACGME, this program is located in the Greater Danbury Community Health Center, offering in-patient hospital rotations at Nuvance Health's Danbury Hospital or Griffin Hospital in Derby, CT. Residents experience a unique learning environment focused on community medicine with in-hospital and outpatient-centered medical home models.

Residents benefit from varied clinical experiences at Danbury Hospital and Griffin Hospital, where they care for patients with diverse medical conditions. The program emphasizes community-based primary care, aligning with the Patient-Centered Medical Home model. Residents have the opportunity to engage in Quality Improvement initiatives, research collaborations, and patient-focused care through CIFC Health's unique approach to medicine.

To apply for this program, interested medical residents must have passed USMLE Step 1 (score of 215 or higher) and Step 2 CK (score of 220 or higher) on the first attempt. Additionally, applicants must have graduated from an accredited medical school within the past 5 years and be ECFMG certified.

Please note that the program does not sponsor H-1B visas for International Medical Graduates. Residents benefit from a smaller program size, fostering strong relationships with peers and program directors. The program aims to equip residents with the skills necessary for primary care practice in urban and rural underserved regions, aligning with the Teaching Health Center model.

For more information on the Primary Care Residency Program at CIFC/GDCHC, prospective candidates are encouraged to explore the program's comprehensive curriculum, educational goals, and faculty resources available on the Connecticut Institute for Communities Health Program website.