Health Education Services/Merit Health Wesley Program
Internal medicine - Hattiesburg, MS | ACGME Code: 1402700212 | NRMP Code: 2335140C0
The Internal Medicine Residency Program at Merit Health Wesley in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, is an ACGME accredited three-year program with ten positions available each year, totaling 30 positions. The program focuses on general internal medicine, offering a well-rounded experience for residents interested in pursuing a career as a community-based internist or in subspecialty fields like cardiology, gastroenterology, and nephrology. The residency emphasizes synergy and extensive involvement from attending physicians.
Application to the program is open from July 1st to December 1st each year. The program requires completion and passing of USMLE Step 1, Step 2 Clinical Knowledge, and Step 3 Clinical Skills or COMLEX Level 1, Level 2 CE, and Level 2 PE before the application is reviewed. The program only accepts J-1 Visas at this time and considers graduates from medical schools outside the United States or Canada who meet specific qualifications. Audition rotations are available from July to June. Graduates from LCME or AOA-accredited medical schools are eligible to apply.
The curriculum of the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Merit Health Wesley aims to provide advanced education in internal medicine of the highest quality, combining teaching, clinical service, patient care, and research. Residents rotate through various departments, including internal medicine, cardiology, gastroenterology, and more, as well as through partnering hospitals for specialized rotations like endocrinology, nephrology, and infectious disease.
Salary and benefits for internal medicine residents at Merit Health Wesley include paid time off, medical/dental insurance, vision insurance, enrollment in a 401k plan, life insurance, and more. Housing is provided for out-of-town rotations, and residents have access to amenities like complimentary meals, resident lounge, and education allowances.
For further details about the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Merit Health Wesley, interested applicants are encouraged to reach out to the Graduate Medical Education Coordinator.
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Living in Hattiesburg, MS
- Crime rate and safety: Hattiesburg has a moderate crime rate, so it's advisable to take standard safety precautions.
- Fun activities: Hattiesburg offers a variety of outdoor recreational activities, cultural events, and a vibrant music scene.
- Climate: Hattiesburg has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters.
- Races and population: Hattiesburg is a diverse city with a mix of different races and a population of around 45,000 people.
- Education: Hattiesburg is home to the University of Southern Mississippi and offers educational opportunities for all ages.
- Cost of living: The cost of living in Hattiesburg is lower than the national average, making it an affordable place to live.
- Proximity to bigger cities: Hattiesburg is located about 90 minutes away from New Orleans, LA, and around 2.5 hours from Jackson, MS.
- Pros: Affordable cost of living, diverse population, and proximity to larger cities.
- Cons: Moderate crime rate and hot summers.
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