MultiCare Health System (East Pierce) Program
Family medicine - Puyallup, WA | ACGME Code: 1205400711 | NRMP Code: 1574120C0
The East Pierce Family Medicine residency program at MultiCare Health System is a community-based, graduate medical education training program committed to teaching and training full-spectrum family medicine physicians. The program has received Osteopathic Recognition from the ACGME, allowing residents to be trained in both allopathic and osteopathic principles. Residents benefit from excellent training focused on delivering primary care in a community-based, academic medical center.
The program is actively looking for full-spectrum family physicians with a solid academic background who balance a life outside of medicine. Successful residents are expected to maintain continued interest in developing their knowledge, skills, and attitudes towards all aspects of family medicine. After three years of training, the goal is to graduate well-rounded, capable physicians with a lifelong interest in learning.
Application requirements include submitting three letters of reference, a medical school transcript, a personal statement, and either a COMLEX or USMLE transcript. Applicants are expected to have graduated from medical school within two years of starting residency and to have failed no more than one USMLE/COMLEX attempt.
The program does not specify visa sponsorship. For more information or to contact the residency office, you can reach out to Melissa Yeager, the Residency Coordinator, at (253) 697-5757.
The East Pierce Family Medicine residency program provides benefits such as competitive salaries, paid vacation and sick time, educational leave with financial support for continuing medical education, certification opportunities, meal stipends, malpractice coverage, medical-dental coverage, and more.
The residency program has a diverse group of dedicated faculty members specializing in various areas of family medicine and providing comprehensive training to residents. These faculty members are committed to supporting residents' educational and professional growth.
Overall, the East Pierce Family Medicine residency program offers a supportive environment for residents to excel in full-spectrum family medicine training within a community-based, academic medical center.
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PGY1 Positions 6 ( 6, 5, 6 )
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Location
Puyallup city, Washington
Living in Puyallup, WA
- Crime Rate and Safety: Puyallup has a relatively low crime rate compared to national averages, making it a generally safe place to live.
- Fun Activities: Puyallup is known for its annual Washington State Fair, which offers a variety of entertainment options. Outdoor activities like hiking and exploring Mount Rainier National Park are also popular.
- Climate: Puyallup experiences a temperate marine climate with mild, wet winters and warm, dry summers.
- Races and Population: The population of Puyallup is diverse, with a mix of different races and ethnicities residing in the area.
- Education: Puyallup is served by the Puyallup School District, which includes several public elementary, middle, and high schools, as well as private educational institutions.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in Puyallup is slightly above the national average, with housing costs being a significant factor to consider.
- Proximity to Larger Cities: Puyallup is located approximately 35 miles south of Seattle, which is about a 40-50 minute drive depending on traffic. Seattle offers a wider range of cultural and entertainment options.
- Pros: Close proximity to outdoor recreational opportunities, relatively safe community, and access to larger city amenities in nearby Seattle.
- Cons: Slightly higher cost of living compared to national averages, potential traffic congestion when commuting to larger cities.
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