MercyOne Des Moines/PHC Consortium Program

The MercyOne Des Moines/PHC Consortium Program offers an ACGME-accredited Internal Medicine Residency program focused on providing comprehensive training opportunities in Iowa. The program includes a Categorical Track designed for those interested in internal medicine careers and a Primary Care Track perfect for aspiring primary care physicians or those pursuing specialized primary care fields.

In the Categorical Track, residents engage in a rigorous curriculum, have exposure to various subspecialties, and develop clinical skills in both inpatient and outpatient settings. The Primary Care Track offers specialized training in outpatient medicine, preventive care, patient-centered communication, and chronic disease management.

The three-year program offers diverse rotations across sub-specialties like cardiology, pulmonology, endocrinology, geriatrics, gastroenterology, and more. Didactic activities include traditional lectures, case-based learning, and board reviews to prepare residents for clinical practice or fellowship training.

The program emphasizes resident wellness by customizing schedules, offering no 24-hour calls, and providing flexible PTO time. The curriculum includes multidisciplinary conferences, clinical reasoning series, and board review sessions to enhance residents' knowledge base. Scholarly activities and Quality Improvement Projects are encouraged, with opportunities for publication and presentation.

The Primary Care Track includes rotations in ambulatory care, emphasis on preventative care, and training in coordination of patient care. Residents have the chance to work with diverse patient populations and participate in quality improvement projects. The track also offers elective rotations in various specialties, aiming to prepare residents for a career in primary care or inpatient settings.

Overall, the MercyOne Des Moines/PHC Consortium program provides a supportive learning environment, exposure to advanced medical facilities, and a range of educational experiences to set residents on the path to successful medical careers. Residents are trained to handle all disciplines within internal medicine and are exposed to a variety of patient care scenarios.