District of Columbia General Hospital Program
Internal medicine - Washington, DC | ACGME Code: 1401021460
The MedStar Health—Georgetown/Washington Hospital Center Residency Program in Internal Medicine offers a curriculum grounded in general medicine with diverse research and subspecialty experiences supporting various career paths in academic medicine, primary care, and subspecialty practice. The program emphasizes exposure to a broad and diverse patient population, mentorship from a knowledgeable faculty, robust didactic instruction, and ample support for individual growth and career planning.
The residency program provides training in outpatient and inpatient settings with a focus on outpatient rotations in various specialties and involvement in research and scholarly activities. Residents actively shape their training experience, and the program fosters a supportive and humane training environment. The program has a large faculty team with diverse clinical and research interests supporting resident education.
The curriculum includes core and elective rotations, with opportunities for research electives and exposure to various medical subspecialties. Residents also participate in quality teaching conferences and educational activities, including noon conferences, morning reports, and monthly journal clubs.
The program has a strong focus on resident wellness and offers various wellness activities and resources to help residents maintain a healthy work-life balance. The residency program is housed at the largest hospital in Washington, D.C., providing access to a wide range of clinical experiences and opportunities for professional growth.
For more information about the program, interested applicants can visit the MedStar Health website for details on the curriculum, faculty, residents, and application process.
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- Internal Medicine Residency Programs | Washington, DC | MedStar Health
- Faculty | Internal Medicine Residency | Medstar Washington Hospital Center | MedStar Health
- Applicant Requirements and Information |Internal Medicine Residency | D.C. | MedStar Health
- Current Residents | Internal Medicine Residency | Washington, DC | MedStar Health
- Recent Graduates | Internal Medicine Residency | MedStar Health
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