Montana Family Medicine Residency Rural Program
Family medicine - Billings, MT | ACGME Code: 1202931591
This Family Medicine Residency Rural Program in Montana aims to develop full-spectrum Family Physicians with a focus on vulnerable populations. The program offers various unique features, including wilderness medicine, global health, public health, advocacy tracks, and a sports medicine fellowship. It advocates for rural and underserved communities while providing compassionate and patient-centered care.
Located in Billings, which serves as the medical hub for a large region, residents can enjoy the natural beauty of the area with easy access to outdoor activities like fly fishing, hiking, and skiing.
The program is a part of The RTT Collaborative, emphasizing rural training tracks. Through this collaborative effort, the program fosters teamwork and communication, promoting evidence-based medicine, embracing technology, and providing lifelong care to diverse patient populations, including the underserved.
Billings, with its unique geographic location and proximity to national parks and recreational areas, offers an attractive setting for medical residents seeking a robust Family Medicine training experience with a rural focus.
Web Sources
- Montana Family Medicine Residency – The RTT Collaborative
- Accredited Rural Physician Residency Programs – The RTT Collaborative
- The RTT Collaborative Annual Meeting (2024) – The RTT Collaborative
- About – The RTT Collaborative
- Contact – The RTT Collaborative
- Annual Meeting Archives – The RTT Collaborative
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Billings city, Montana
Living in Billings, MT
Billings, MT is the largest city in Montana, offering a mix of outdoor activities and urban amenities. Here's a breakdown of living in Billings:
- Crime Rate and Safety: Billings has a lower crime rate compared to national averages, making it a relatively safe place to live.
- Fun Activities: Residents can enjoy outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and skiing. The city also has cultural attractions, restaurants, and shopping centers.
- Climate: Billings has a semi-arid climate with hot summers and cold winters. Be prepared for both extremes.
- Races and Population: The population of Billings is diverse, with a mix of White, Native American, and Hispanic residents among others.
- Education: Billings is home to Montana State University-Billings and Rocky Mountain College, providing educational opportunities.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in Billings is slightly above the national average, but housing costs are relatively affordable compared to bigger cities.
- Nearby Cities: Larger cities like Bozeman, MT and Cody, WY are around 2 to 3 hours away from Billings by car. Bozeman is known for Montana State University and outdoor recreation, while Cody offers proximity to Yellowstone National Park.
Pros: Outdoor recreational opportunities, lower crime rate, educational options.
Cons: Extreme temperature variations, slightly higher cost of living.
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