Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta Program

The Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta Internal Medicine Residency Program aims to educate residents to become highly-qualified internal medicine physicians committed to comprehensive, compassionate, and patient-centered care in the primary care setting. The program accepts 6 residents each year with a 1:1 faculty to resident ratio. Didactics include over 30 sessions annually.

The application process requires completion of the ERAS application along with the minimum documentation such as the application, medical school diploma, CV, recommendation letters, official medical school transcript, and USMLE Steps 1 & 2 or COMLEX I & II if applicable. Successful applicants must also possess a valid work permit and have completed the appropriate training required for their specific residency or fellowship program.

The program is located in Southern California with proximity to beaches, mountains, deserts, Los Angeles, and San Diego. The curriculum emphasizes evidence-based medical practices, high-value care initiatives, and research focused on quality care and patient safety. Residents benefit from a 1:1 faculty-to-resident ratio, personalized guidance during continuity clinic experiences, and exposure to state-of-the-art stroke and cardiovascular centers.

Program leadership includes Dr. Thomas K. Schulz as the Program Director, who focuses on resident and student education and wellness. Residents receive competitive stipends with the current salaries being PGY1 $64,001.60, PGY2 $65,998.40, and PGY3 $67,995.20.

Overall, the Loma Linda University Medical Center - Murrieta Internal Medicine Residency Program offers a supportive and comprehensive training environment for physicians aspiring to excel in internal medicine practice.