University of California (San Diego) Medical Center/San Diego St Univ Program
Public health and general preventive medicine - La Jolla, CA | ACGME Code: 3800521038
The UC San Diego Medical Center/San Diego St Univ Public health and general preventive medicine residency program is designed to train physicians in preventive medicine and public health. This urban academic program offers training in an environment that blends university-based health system advantages with a strong dedication to community service.
The program emphasizes training compassionate physicians to become proficient in the full spectrum of family medicine and psychiatry practice. It provides clinical competencies for the diagnosis and management of medical issues related to sport and exercise. Additionally, there is a research-intensive interdisciplinary training program for those interested in academic cardiovascular epidemiology and prevention.
The program's commitment to providing respectful and high-quality healthcare for underserved populations is evident through its mission. It also aims to inspire the next generation of health professionals. Furthermore, the Physician Assessment & Clinical Education Program (PACE) offers assessment, remediation, and continuing development courses for medical professionals.
For details on applying to the General Psychiatry Residency, the program seeks to train academically knowledgeable, clinically astute, and caring psychiatrists. Residents go through experiences in various psychiatry subspecialties to develop competency in patient care, medical knowledge, interpersonal skills, professionalism, and more.
The content on the UC San Diego Medical Center/San Diego St Univ Program website does not specify the program's competitiveness, support for visas, or application requirements such as year of graduation or step exam restrictions.
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Living in La Jolla, CA
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- Pros: Beautiful coastal location, low crime rate, proximity to San Diego.
- Cons: High cost of living, potential traffic congestion when commuting to larger cities.
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