ECU Health Medical Center/East Carolina University Program

The East Carolina University (ECU) Health Medical Center/East Carolina University Psychiatry Residency Program offers a 48-month psychiatry residency program accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME). The program matriculates eight residents for each post-graduate year.

Requirements for admission to the program include graduation from an accredited four-year medical school, passing Step I and Step II of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE), and a J1 visa when applicable. The applicant must qualify for a medical license with the North Carolina Board of Medicine. The successful completion of the program helps qualify graduates for certification examination by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).

The program provides opportunities to train in a variety of training sites throughout eastern North Carolina, serving a socially, economically, and racially diverse patient population. Competitive salary and benefits are provided, and the program is known for offering personalized training tailored to individual residents' needs and interests.

Residents are actively involved in teaching medical students and mentoring them in various settings. The program encourages research, and residents are supported in their scholarly efforts, including presenting at academic meetings and peer-reviewed journals. Faculty members provide mentorship, training in psychotherapy, and encourage a research-friendly environment.

Residents' experiences progress from foundational to more specialized training throughout the four-year program, including ample exposure to different clinical settings, psychotherapy techniques, and opportunities for academic and professional growth.

The surrounding living environment in eastern North Carolina is considered excellent, offering easy access to urban centers, a moderate year-round climate, and a range of cultural and recreational activities.

For aspiring applicants, the program follows ERAS for applications and participates in the NRMP Match. Further details on specific application requirements and detailed information about the program structure, clinical rotations, electives, and current resident profiles can be found on the program's website.