Steward Carney Hospital Program

The Steward Carney Hospital Internal Medicine Residency Program in Dorchester, MA, offers a high-quality academic curriculum in a supportive learning environment. The program provides guidance for both job placement and fellowship applications. Key features include daily teaching sessions, morning reports, chief’s rounds, noon conferences, and a variety of outpatient clinic experiences.

Residents can develop their primary care panel in outpatient clinics, receiving training in various specialties during ambulatory rotations. The program emphasizes academic excellence and career guidance.

Application requirements for the program include the submission of documents such as a common application form, CV, ECFMG status report, medical school transcript, dean's letter, USMLE or COMLEX transcripts, personal statement, and three letters of recommendation. U.S. graduates must hold a Doctor of Medicine or equivalent degree, while IMGs need to have passed USMLE Step I and II on the first attempt, with a preference for scores of 220 or greater.

The program participates in the National Resident Matching Program match and offers a total of 23 PGY1 positions. Interviews are carefully conducted, and notification emails are sent to applicants regarding their application status. Interview days include various sessions with faculty and residents.

The faculty of the Internal Medicine Residency Program at Carney Hospital includes renowned clinicians, educators, and researchers from Tufts University School of Medicine. The curriculum is accredited by the ACGME and offers training in internal medicine across multiple subspecialties.

The program supports J-1 visas for IMGs, prefers applicants within five years of graduation, and requires at least one month of U.S. clinical experience. While the program does not offer observerships or externships, it provides a comprehensive training experience for residents pursuing careers in primary care, subspecialties, or academic medicine.