Good Samaritan University Hospital/St Joseph Hospital Campus Program

The Family Medicine Residency Program at St. Joseph Hospital, part of the Good Samaritan University Hospital, is a comprehensive three-year ACGME-accredited program that aims to prepare residents to become proficient family practitioners. This program offers extensive training across a broad spectrum of experiences, ensuring that residents engage with a diverse patient population in various clinical settings.

Curriculum Overview

The curriculum is structured into rotations that encompass critical areas of family medicine. Key components include rotations in Family Medicine continuity clinics, hospital medicine, OB/GYN, pediatrics, emergency medicine, surgery, orthopedics, sports medicine, behavioral health, geriatrics, palliative care, and other electives tailored to the individual resident’s needs. The emphasis on continuity of care allows residents to establish a patient base through a partnership with the continuity of care clinic at St. Joseph Hospital, fostering genuine relationships with patients and the communities served 1.

In addition to clinical training, the program includes numerous academic activities such as grand rounds, journal clubs, case presentations, guest lectures, patient rounds, board reviews, simulation sessions, and procedural skills workshops. Residents are expected to provide mentorship to junior residents and medical students, which enhances the learning environment 1.

Research Opportunities

Residents are encouraged to complete an academic/research project of publishable quality by their third year, providing opportunities to present findings at local, regional, and national family medicine platforms. Research participation ensures that residents contribute meaningful knowledge to the field of family medicine 1.

Salary and Benefits

The program offers a competitive salary structure for residents, with annual salaries ranging from $77,500 for PGY 1 to $91,500 for PGY 6. In addition, the program provides a comprehensive benefits package which includes annual stipends for continuing medical education, housing, meals, cell phone use, uniforms, and educational activities. Each resident receives formal protected academic time to attend lectures, simulation sessions, and reviews 1.

Rotation Schedules

Residents experience diverse clinical environments through a variety of carefully structured schedules throughout the training years:

• PGY 1: Hospital Medicine, Emergency Medicine, Pediatrics, OB, and elective rotations.
• PGY 2: Additional rotations in community medicine, MICU, and sports medicine.
• PGY 3: Emphasis on health care management systems, psychiatry, and extensive elective options.

These rotations are essential for fostering comprehensive training and understanding of various medical disciplines relevant to family medicine 1.

Application Process and Requirements

Applications to the residency program are accepted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and participation in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP). A complete application includes a medical degree, passing scores on USMLE or COMLEX exams, letters of recommendation, a Dean’s letter, and an interview 1. The program is inclusive towards international medical graduates and offers J-1 visa sponsorship 1.

Applicants who graduated from medical school within a defined time frame and who have not failed a STEP exam more than a specified number of times are considered competitive. The program accepts a cohort of eight residents per year as part of its commitment to a robust educational experience 1.

Evaluation and Feedback

The program employs a 360-degree evaluation process for residents, assessing them on requisite core competencies. In addition, residents are encouraged to provide feedback on faculty to foster an environment of continuous learning and improvement 1. Feedback and participation are considered vital components of the educational culture at St. Joseph Hospital, promoting a collaborative atmosphere.

Professional Development

Residents receive substantial support for their professional development through mentorship programs and guidance from the Program Director. Residents are encouraged to attend and present research at national conferences, supported by CME stipends provided by the program. This focus on professional growth equips residents with leadership skills necessary for future career success 1.