Madigan Army Medical Center A Occupational Medicine Program
Public health and general preventive medicine - Tacoma, WA | ACGME Code: 3805431128
The Public Health Residency Program at Madigan Army Medical Center is a two-year program located within the Department of Preventive Medicine. Graduates of the program are fully competent in general and military-specific public health functions. The program emphasizes formal academic education in public health, preventive medicine, occupational health clinical experiences, public health program management, disease surveillance, outbreak investigation, risk communication, and original research.
Residents are required to complete a Masters of Public Health (MPH) degree from the University of Washington School of Public Health during their academic training. The clinical training includes rotations at Madigan and other locations covering clinical epidemiology, communicable and chronic disease control, environmental health, occupational medicine, health promotion, and health services planning and evaluation.
In terms of clinical responsibilities, residents participate in various clinical preventive services including Sexually Transmitted Diseases, Tuberculosis and Communicable Disease Control, Tobacco Cessation, Occupational Medicine, Travel and Deployment medicine. They also take part in the Preventive Medicine Consultation Service at various military installations.
The program offers diverse rotations, including Military Preventive Medicine Course, Public Health Program Management, Management of Chemical and Biological Casualties Course, and various other training courses. Residents are expected to conduct a research project addressing a current public health problem in the community during their final year of residency.
The faculty of the program consists of board-certified physicians in the subspecialty areas of Public Health & General Preventive Medicine and Occupational Medicine. Faculty members are from various institutions including the Preventive Medicine Department, Regional Health Command-Pacific, local public health agencies, military consultants, and the University of Washington.
There are positions for a total of eight residents in the Public Health Residency Program, with four positions available at each year level.
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Tacoma city, Washington
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- Crime Rate and Safety: Tacoma has a slightly higher crime rate compared to the national average, but the downtown area has seen improvements in recent years. It's advisable to pay attention to your surroundings, especially at night.
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- Climate: Tacoma has a mild climate with wet winters and dry summers. Expect some rain throughout the year, but temperatures are relatively moderate.
- Races and Population: Tacoma is a diverse city with a population that includes Caucasians, Hispanic/Latinos, African Americans, Asians, and Native Americans.
- Education: Tacoma is home to the University of Washington Tacoma campus and several other higher education institutions. The city values education, and there are opportunities for both learning and research.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in Tacoma is relatively lower than Seattle, but housing costs have been rising in recent years. It's still more affordable than many other major cities on the West Coast.
- Nearest Bigger Cities: Seattle is about 30 miles north of Tacoma, and the driving time can vary depending on traffic but typically takes around 45 minutes to an hour. Seattle offers a bigger city experience with more job opportunities, cultural events, and entertainment options.
- Pros: Affordable cost of living, proximity to outdoor activities, diverse population, educational opportunities.
- Cons: Slightly higher crime rate, potential for rainy weather, rising housing costs.
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