Nuvance Health Program

The Nuvance Health Internal Medicine Residency Program at Vassar Brothers Medical Center is dedicated to excellence in education and phenomenal patient care. The program is relatively young, with its first class starting in July 2019 and graduating in June 2022. The residency program aims to provide residents with a comprehensive educational experience focusing on mastering clinical skills, communicating with patients, and learning about systems-based practice.

The program structure at Nuvance Health includes a "4+1" schedule, where residents spend four weeks on a particular assignment followed by one week in the ambulatory setting for continuity of care. Residents have a wide range of medical pathology experiences within a busy academic medical center but in a community hospital environment. The program incorporates mandatory scholarly activity participation for all residents, with past graduates having had their work presented at various conferences and research published in peer-reviewed journals.

Application to the Nuvance Health Internal Medicine Residency Program at Vassar Brothers Medical Center is done through ERAS. The program participates in the NRMP Match Program and requires the submission of a personal statement, CV, letters of recommendation, USMLE Step exam scores, and the Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE) letter for interview consideration.

Residents at Nuvance Health have access to various educational resources, including a diverse conference curriculum covering clinical topics, subspecialty teachings, noon conferences, grand rounds, journal clubs, and quality improvement initiatives. The program puts a strong emphasis on supporting residents' success in the Internal Medicine Boards through board review sessions, question banks, and tailored curriculum.

The program also provides opportunities for residents to work with medical students, avoid 24-hour call responsibilities, take advantage of vacation time, and engage in wellness activities. Additionally, third-year residents are prepared for independent practice or fellowship applications through targeted rotations and mentorship programs.

Upon completion of the program, Nuvance Health graduates have pursued diverse career paths such as fellowships, hospitalist roles, and primary care practices in various locations across the United States. The program aims to prepare residents for careers in internal medicine while fostering a supportive and diverse learning environment in the picturesque Hudson Valley.

For further details or to apply to the program, interested candidates can visit the Nuvance Health website or reach out to the Internal Medicine Residency program coordinators.