Health Education Services/Merit Health Wesley Program

The Emergency Medicine Residency Program at Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, is a four-year program that accepts six residents each year, totaling 24 when filled. The program focuses on excellence in training emergency medicine residents, aiming to equip graduates with the necessary tools, skills, empathy, and knowledge essential for any emergency department setting.

Residents can expect synergy with attending physicians and involvement in various aspects of emergency medicine. The residency program emphasizes continuous improvement to achieve excellence in patient care. The curriculum is designed to assist adult learners in developing skills and knowledge progressively throughout the four years of training. There is a strong emphasis on hands-on learning, patient evaluation, decision-making, and procedural expertise.

Rotations during the program include exposure to various hospital departments, such as surgery, internal medicine, intensive care, emergency medicine, cardiology, and more. Additionally, resident rotations at partnering hospitals cover areas like trauma services, PICU, pediatric emergency medicine, and obstetrics/gynecology.

The application process runs from July 1 to December 1 annually. Merit Health Wesley accepts J-1 Visas only at this time. Applicants must meet specific qualifications, including graduation from a medical school in the United States or Canada accredited by the LCME, or a college of osteopathic medicine in the US accredited by the AOA. Audition rotations are available for applicants from July to June.

Residents can enjoy competitive salaries and benefits in addition to a comprehensive educational experience. The program offers paid time off, medical/dental insurance, vision insurance, enrollment in a 401k plan, life insurance, and other benefits. Housing is provided for out-of-town rotations, and residents have access to educational allowances, resident lounge facilities, and more.

For further details or to get in touch with the program, contact the graduate medical education coordinator at (601) 296-3680, or via email as listed on their website.