Mount Sinai Medical Center of Cleveland Program

The MAHEC Transitional Year Residency Program at Mount Sinai Medical Center of Cleveland offers a comprehensive training experience. The program, based in Asheville, NC, provides a strong foundation in patient care to physicians seeking ongoing specialty training. Residents have the opportunity to rotate through various departments, including Family Medicine clinics, Emergency departments, Internal Medicine, Gynecology, ICU, General Surgery, and Pediatrics.

The program emphasizes creating a supportive environment that encourages professional and personal development. Residents also have elective opportunities in areas such as sports medicine, lifestyle medicine, substance use disorder, and gender-affirming care. The program has strong relationships with various specialties, including Anesthesiology, Radiology, Dermatology, and Emergency Department Physicians, who help guide the residents' training.

To be eligible for selection and appointment to the MAHEC Transitional Year Residency Program, applicants must meet specific criteria, such as being a graduate of a medical school in the U.S. or Canada accredited by LCME or AOA, passing USMLE Steps 1 and 2 or COMLEX 1 and 2 within three attempts, and being eligible to work in the U.S.

The application process includes submitting a complete ERAS application with a CV, personal statement, letters of recommendation, medical school transcripts, exam scores, and more. The residency program coordinators can answer any questions regarding the application process.

Overall, the MAHEC Transitional Year Residency Program focuses on providing a supportive and inclusive training environment while offering a variety of clinical experiences to help residents develop a strong foundation for their future specialty training.