St John's Episcopal Hospital-South Shore Program

The St. John’s Episcopal Hospital Family Medicine Residency Program is a dynamic and comprehensive three-year training initiative designed to cultivate proficient, independent physicians skilled in all aspects of Family Medicine. The program uniquely marries academic learning with practical, hands-on experience, emphasizing a patient-centered approach in a supportive educational environment. Residents are trained to deliver competent, compassionate healthcare fostering excellence in medical knowledge, clinical practice, professionalism, and community leadership.

Program Features

Accreditation and Board Pass Rate

Establishing its credentials, the Family Medicine Residency Program has been ACGME accredited since 2018, with continued accreditation granted in 2024. The program boasts an impressive American Board of Family Medicine pass rate of 97%, underscoring the effectiveness of its training curriculum in preparing residents for successful certification.

Diverse Patient Population

St. John’s Episcopal Hospital serves a culturally and ethnically diverse community, offering residents exposure to a wide array of medical conditions and pathologies. This demographic variety enriches residents' educational experience and prepares them for careers in diverse healthcare settings.

Didactic Curriculum

The residency program implements an in-depth didactic curriculum designed to cover various specialties and subspecialties. Didactic sessions feature journal clubs, board review exercises, morbidity and mortality conferences, and training from industry representatives on new devices and therapies. These educational sessions typically occur on Tuesdays and Thursdays, complemented by monthly joint comprehensive grand rounds.

Clinical Experience

Residents participate in clinical rotations across multiple facilities, including:

• Family Medicine Practice
• Sports Medicine
• Gynecology Procedure Clinic and Breast Surgery
• Inpatient Pediatrics
• Dermatology
• Ophthalmology

This exposure to varied clinical environments enables residents to gain extensive hands-on experience while delivering care to a wide range of patient demographics.

Curriculum Overview

The program follows a structured curriculum through the Post Graduate Years (PGY) 1, 2, and 3:

PGY1

• Family Medicine Practice - 4 weeks
• Inpatient Medicine - 12 weeks
• General Surgery - 2 weeks
• Obstetrics/Gynecology - 4 weeks
• Emergency Medicine - 4 weeks
• Sports Medicine - 4 weeks
• Critical Care and Medical Electives - 10 weeks combined

PGY2

• Outpatient Family Medicine - 8 weeks
• Inpatient Medicine - 8 weeks
• Outpatient and Inpatient Pediatrics - 8 weeks combined
• Obstetrics/Gynecology - 4 weeks
• Neurology and Geriatrics - 8 weeks combined

PGY3

• Outpatient Family Medicine - 12 weeks
• Emergency Medicine - 2 weeks
• Electives - 8 weeks

This well-rounded curriculum facilitates continuity of care, ensuring that residents encounter a variety of medical conditions throughout their training.

On-Call Schedule

The residency program has a well-structured on-call system across the PGY levels.

• PGY1: 2 Inpatient Medicine calls, 1 OB/GYN call each month.
• PGY2: 3-5 Inpatient Medicine calls each month, 2-3 for Pediatrics.
• PGY3: 2-3 Inpatient Medicine calls each month.

Residents and Faculty

The program incorporates a highly diverse resident cohort, where trainees come from various backgrounds with interests spanning areas like primary care, geriatrics, women's health, and more. The program leadership is composed of experienced faculty dedicated to mentorship and support.

Visa Support

The program is actively welcoming to international medical graduates (IMGs) and offers H-1B visa sponsorship for residents. This aspect makes the program particularly attractive for global applicants seeking a rigorous training environment in Family Medicine.

Competitiveness and Application Requirements

The Family Medicine Residency Program is recognized for being competitive and is particularly friendly to both DO and IMG candidates. Special application requirements include year of graduation considerations, and applicants should demonstrate strong performance on standardized examinations.