MedStar Health/Harbor Hospital Program

The MedStar Health Internal Medicine Residency program in Baltimore, Maryland offers a comprehensive training experience for future internists. Residents have the opportunity to work at four different hospitals in Baltimore: MedStar Franklin Square Hospital, MedStar Union Memorial Hospital, MedStar Harbor Hospital, and MedStar Good Samaritan Hospital, exposing them to a diverse patient population and a wide range of pathology.

The program follows a 6+2 ambulatory model, with rotations designed to cover the ACGME's six core competencies. Residents are divided into three firms and work closely together with a full-time chief resident for administrative support.

Unique aspects of the program include an Inpatient Track for residents interested in academic medicine or hospital medicine, a Primary Care Track for those focused on general internal medicine, and a Global Health Track that offers opportunities for international clinical rotations.

The curriculum includes multiple conferences and didactics each week, such as Noon Conference Series, Academic Half Days, Medical Grand Rounds, and Morning Report sessions, which create opportunities for continuous learning and growth.

The program is committed to resident well-being, offering a wellness program that includes protected time for personal well-being, wellness discussion groups, and various resources and activities to support residents' mental and physical health.

Residents are encouraged to engage in research activities, with the program providing mentorship, support, and opportunities for scholarly activities, including participation in conferences and publications. Dr. Christopher Haas leads the Residency Research Program.

The program has a large advisory pool to provide career guidance and support to residents throughout their training. Dr. George D. Bittar, Dr. Shams Tabrez Quazi, and Dr. Gregory Nizialek serve as leaders in the program, guiding residents and faculty towards excellence in patient care and education.

Application to the program is through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS), with the program sponsoring both J1 and H1b visas for Categorical track applicants. Applicants should have passed Step 1 & 2 on their first attempt, and there is no official cut off for year of graduation, though recent clinical experience is preferred.

Overall, the MedStar Health Internal Medicine Residency program provides a supportive environment for residents to develop into skilled and compassionate physicians, offering a balance of clinical education, wellness support, research opportunities, and diverse career tracks.