Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital (Phoebe) Program

The Phoebe Family Medicine Residency program at Phoebe Putney Memorial Hospital in Albany, Georgia, is a fully accredited program committed to fostering personal and professional growth in a supportive, collegial environment. The program aims to address the shortage of primary care physicians in the region and currently accepts eight residents in each class for a total of twenty-four residents. Graduates of the program have a successful track record in scoring well on family medicine boards, with some of the highest board pass rates in the state of Georgia.

The three-year curriculum is unopposed and flexible, meeting ACGME/RRC-FM requirements for accreditation. The program provides a wide range of specialty rotations and clinical experiences at various training levels. The training of medical students is considered an integral part of the educational mandate, offering diverse clinical experiences.

Residents receive a competitive salary and benefits package, which is highlighted as one of the best in the state. Benefits include a moving allowance, educational fund, board certification fees paid by the program, vacation leave, CME days, insurance coverage, retirement plans, and more. Additionally, the program offers a supportive environment with resources such as a fitness center, complimentary hygiene items, resident study space, and white coat ceremonies to symbolize residents transitioning into working physicians.

Albany, Georgia, is described as a nice and safe community with opportunities for outdoor activities like hiking, fishing, and hunting. It offers attractions such as Chehaw Zoo, the Flint Riverquarium, and scenic trails along the Flint River. Residents can also enjoy proximity to beaches, cities like Atlanta, and annual events like the Snickers Marathon.

The faculty at the Phoebe Family Medicine Residency program is made up of accomplished clinicians, teachers, researchers, and leaders dedicated to training family medicine physicians to provide quality and compassionate care to their patients. The program fosters a supportive and welcoming environment for residents, encouraging their growth and development as future family medicine physicians.