McLaren Health Care/Flint/MSU Program

The Family Medicine Residency Program at McLaren Flint is dedicated to nurturing physicians who are committed to the care of individuals, families, and communities, particularly those who are underserved. This program aims to cultivate competent and skilled clinicians who possess the necessary knowledge, attitudes, and experience required to deliver high-quality patient care in both office-based and hospital settings.

The program emphasizes a personal, comprehensive, and continuous approach to healthcare, which is mirrored in the training provided to all learners involved in the residency program.

Curriculum Overview

The residency follows a structured curriculum organized into 4-week block rotations totaling 13 blocks per training year. The rotations include various essential areas in Family Medicine such as:

• Behavioral Medicine
• Inpatient and Outpatient Family Medicine Practice
• Geriatrics
• Pediatrics
• Obstetrics and Emergency Medicine
• Cardiology and Pulmonology
• Elective Rotations

Residents have the opportunity to choose career-specific elective rotations tailored to their interests, such as Cardiology, Dermatology, Infectious Disease, and more. Additionally, longitudinal experiences are integrated into the curriculum, involving hands-on practice in addiction medicine, managing care for uninsured patients, and quality improvement initiatives.

Longitudinal Experiences and Didactics

The Family Medicine Residency program includes longitudinal experiences focused on addiction medicine, behavioral medicine, and community service. The Lifestyle Medicine Curriculum prepares residents to implement evidence-based lifestyle interventions, leading to eligibility for the American Board of Lifestyle Medicine certification.

Didactic sessions occur weekly, including a structured evening of teaching on Friday afternoons, covering various topics such as wellness activities and board review sessions. Grand Rounds featuring presentations by faculty, residents, and guest speakers are organized to enhance the clinical knowledge base of the participants.

Teaching Faculty

The program boasts a dedicated faculty team experienced in various specialties. Core faculty members are involved in not only mentoring residents but also ensuring graduates are proficient in managing a wide range of patient conditions and complexities.

Application Process

The application process to the Family Medicine Residency Program at McLaren Flint is conducted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), with applications accepted solely via this platform. Candidates are required to submit:

• A completed ERAS application
• Curriculum Vitae
• Three letters of recommendation
• Passing USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK scores or equivalent COMLEX scores

Eligible applicants are selected based on their academic credentials, communication skills, and personal characteristics such as motivation and integrity. Notably, applicants must possess U.S. citizenship or legal residency status as visas are not sponsored by the program.

Competitiveness and Special Requirements

The Family Medicine Residency at McLaren Flint is considered to be competitive for applicants. When applying, candidates should note that the program has specific thresholds for acceptance, including passing scores on mandated examinations and the recommendation to have recent academic history. No specific requirements regarding years of graduation are disclosed; however, typical residency application expectations apply.

Research Opportunities

The residency program emphasizes scholarly activities and is committed to fostering research participation among its residents. Opportunities include workshops, conferences, and presentations at various medical forums. Residents are expected to engage in at least two scholarly projects during their training, including a Quality Improvement Project and a Research Project.

Visa Support

For international medical graduates, it is crucial to note that McLaren Flint does not sponsor visas, so only U.S. citizens or those with legal residency status can apply for the residency.