National Capital Consortium (USUHS) Program
Public health and general preventive medicine - Bethesda, MD | ACGME Code: 3802321044
The National Capital Consortium (USUHS) Program offers both Occupational and Environmental Medicine (OEM) and Public Health and General Preventive Medicine (GPM) residencies.
The OEM Residency at this program is the largest training program for this specialty in the country, fully accredited by the American Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) since 1993. Residents are officers in the uniformed services and need to have completed at least an internship at an ACGME-accredited training program. The program consists of two years, with eight months dedicated to coursework in the Master of Public Health program followed by 16 months of rotations, including clinical training. Clinical and non-clinical rotations are available both nationally and internationally. Military-specific skills training is also provided to prepare graduates for the practice of military public health.
For the OEM Residency, active duty physicians who have completed a PGY1 year and have passed all three steps of either the USMLE or COMLEX can apply. Civilian physicians willing to come on to active duty and meeting the same requirements may also apply.
The Public Health and General Preventive Medicine Residency is a two-year program accredited by the ACGME for military physicians. The program offers diverse rotation opportunities within both civilian and military public health organizations in the first year, followed by advanced rotations in the second year. Residents are trained to become board-certified preventive medicine specialists capable of applying population-based methods to promote health.
For the GPM Residency, similar eligibility criteria apply for active duty and civilian physicians interested in applying.
For more information, interested applicants can contact the program directly via email at [email protected] for the OEM Residency and [email protected] for the GPM Residency.
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Bethesda CDP, Maryland
Living in Bethesda, MD
- Safety: Bethesda is considered a safe area with a lower crime rate compared to other parts of Maryland.
- Fun Activities: Bethesda offers a vibrant arts and culture scene with theaters, art galleries, and fine dining restaurants. It also has beautiful parks and outdoor spaces for recreational activities.
- Climate: Bethesda experiences four distinct seasons with hot summers and cold winters. Spring and fall are mild and pleasant.
- Population: Bethesda is a diverse community with a mix of residents from different backgrounds and cultures.
- Education: Bethesda is known for its excellent public and private schools, making it a family-friendly area.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in Bethesda is higher than the national average, especially in terms of housing.
- Nearby Cities: Washington, D.C. is approximately 30 minutes away by car, offering a wide range of cultural attractions, museums, and entertainment options.
Pros: Safe environment, diverse community, excellent schools, proximity to Washington, D.C.
Cons: High cost of living, especially housing prices.
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