ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital Program

Program Overview

The Family Medicine Residency at ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital provides a comprehensive training program for resident-physicians. It is structured to encompass the core components essential for meeting the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) requirements. A strong emphasis is placed on nurturing the patient-physician relationship within the context of family and community.1

Curriculum

The curriculum is designed to cover a variety of essential medical disciplines over a three-year program:

PGY1

• Adult Medicine Inpatient – 12 weeks
• General Surgery – 4 weeks
• Emergency Medicine – 4 weeks
• Pediatrics Inpatient – 2 weeks
• Pediatrics Emergency – 4 weeks
• Pediatrics Outpatient – 4 weeks
• Cardiology – 4 weeks
• Orthopedics – 4 weeks
• Women’s Health, Gynecology – 4 weeks
• Women’s Health, Obstetrics – 4 weeks
• Newborn Nursery – 2 weeks
• Family Medicine Selective – 2 weeks
• Night Float – 2 weeks
• Integrated Population Health (uninsured health clinic)
• Family Medicine Practice Site – 1-2 half days per week
• Vacation – 20 days

PGY2

• Adult Medicine Inpatient – 12 weeks
• ENT – 4 weeks
• Musculoskeletal – 4 weeks
• ICU – 4 weeks
• Radiology – 2 weeks
• Anesthesia – 2 weeks
• Pediatrics Emergency – 4 weeks
• Gastroenterology/Neurology – 4 weeks
• Endocrinology – 4 weeks
• Women’s Health (OB/Gyn) – 4 weeks
• Elective – 8 weeks
• Integrated Population Health (uninsured health clinic)
• Family Medicine Practice Site – 2-3 half days per week
• Vacation – 20 days

PGY3

• Adult Medicine Inpatient – 12 weeks
• Surgical Subspecialties – 4 weeks
• Pediatrics Outpatient – 4 weeks
• Emergency Medicine – 4 weeks
• Dermatology – 4 weeks
• Behavioral Medicine – 4 weeks
• Geriatrics, Hospice & Palliative Care – 4 weeks
• Wound Care – 2 weeks
• Family Medicine Outpatient – 2 weeks
• Electives – 12 weeks
• Sports Medicine – Integrated Family Medicine Practice Site – 3-4 half days per week
• Vacation – 20 days

Unique Experiences

This program offers residents exposure to various critical areas within family medicine. The longitudinal experience in Human Behavior and Mental Health includes a 4-week inpatient and ambulatory behavioral medicine experience during the PGY3 year, enhancing residents' training in psychiatric care.1

Population Health

Residents participate in a weekly free medical clinic, providing continuity primary care for underserved groups. This experience extends to managing home care visits during the PGY2 year, fostering community engagement and understanding of local health resources.1

Research Opportunities

The program encourages residents to engage actively in research projects. Participation can range from clinical inquiries to interdisciplinary studies, supported by faculty mentorship, which enhances critical thinking and contributes to the medical community.4

Benefits and Compensation

ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital offers a well-rounded benefits package for residents, which includes:
- Competitive salary and health, vision, and dental insurance plans.
- Reimbursement for advanced training and certifications.
- Moving expenses of up to $2,500 for incoming residents.
- Paid professional liability insurance and Michigan state licensing fees.
- Educational stipends for USMLE Step 3 or COMLEX Level 3 and other licensure costs.
- Access to a medical library, online resources, and professional memberships.2

Application Process

Applications for the Family Medicine Residency are accepted exclusively through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). It is essential that applicants have graduated from medical school within the last two years, possess competitive scores on the USMLE or COMLEX, and demonstrate strong English skills. Note that the program does not accept visa sponsors, meaning applicants must be US Citizens or Permanent Residents.5

Visa Sponsorship

The program does not sponsor any visas, thus only U.S. citizens and permanent residents are eligible for application. This restriction enhances the competitiveness of the program, emphasizing its focus on U.S. trained medical professionals.5

Competitiveness

The Family Medicine Residency at ProMedica Monroe Regional Hospital is characterized as being highly competitive, primarily accepting U.S. citizens and permanent residents. A preference is given to applicants with strong academic records and proven commitment to family medicine.5

Faculty

Residents benefit from a diverse faculty team with various specializations and backgrounds, which enriches the educational environment. Faculty members are engaged in both teaching and patient care, nurturing an atmosphere of mentorship.3