Henry Ford Hospital/Wayne State University Program

The Henry Ford Hospital/Wayne State University Internal Medicine Residency program, based in Detroit, MI, boasts a rich history of excellence in education, research, and patient care since its establishment in 1915. As one of the oldest residency programs in the United States and the first in Detroit, it remains dedicated to providing a comprehensive education and clinical training experience. The program is known for its high-quality clinical training, manifested by a 94% ABIM board pass rate over the last three years, which is notably higher than the national average rate of 87%.

The program offers a diverse and dynamic patient population across Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb counties, with the Detroit campus serving as the primary hub. This geographic diversity ensures residents are exposed to a wide variety of pathologies, rare diseases, and advanced therapies, including transplants. It functions as a tertiary care center receiving referrals and transfers for specialty care from across Michigan and the Mid-West region, offering residents frontline experience in managing complex cases.

Collaboration with Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and Wayne State University School of Medicine enriches the educational experience, as the program hosts over 100 medical students for clinical clerkships, providing residents with unique teaching opportunities.

The Henry Ford Health Internal Medicine Residency program was awarded the Education Innovations Project (EIP) designation by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), recognizing its excellence in medical education and allowing for a 10-year ACGME accreditation.

Application to the program is inclusive and detailed on their website. The program sponsors J1 visas, but cannot sponsor H1b visas, with provisions for those with an advanced degree from a US medical or graduate school to start residency on an OPT visa before switching to a J1 visa. Medical school graduation should be no more than 3 years prior, and all USMLE/COMLEX steps must be passed to begin residency. Interviews are offered from mid-October and will be held virtually for the current interview season.

The hospital enforces a no smoking policy for new hires, including residents and fellows, requiring a nicotine test as part of the employment process. Furthermore, flu shots are mandatory for all employees working in clinical and non-clinical positions, and COVID-19 vaccination is required across the board, with exemptions available only for valid medical or religious reasons.

This program promises a robust educational and clinical experience with numerous opportunities for growth, education, research, and directly impacting patient care in a diverse and complex patient population.