Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program

The Ellis Hospital of Schenectady Program offers a robust Family Medicine Residency program that was established in 1977, making it the first family medicine residency in northeastern New York. The program's scope, size, and reputation for excellence have steadily grown over the years. Residents will have the opportunity to engage in a broad spectrum of patient care experiences and pursue areas of personal interest.

Key Program Highlights: - Focus on providing excellent care for a high-needs patient population - Diverse faculty supporting outpatient care, disease management, addiction, HIV/viral hepatitis, women's health, osteopathic manipulation, and procedures - Single residency program site in a large community hospital - Extensive patient continuity across outpatient, OB, and inpatient settings

Application Requirements: - Graduation date within the past 5 years - USMLE Step 1 Score: 210 or above - USMLE Step 2 Score: 220 or above - A minimum of 2 months of US Clinical Experience

The program supports foreign visas, making it foreign-graduate friendly and actively considering J1 Visas on a case-by-case basis.

Overall, Ellis Hospital of Schenectady's Family Medicine Residency program provides a supportive, resident-centered atmosphere to develop competent family physicians. Residents will have the opportunity to receive comprehensive training across a wide range of medical specialties and patient populations.