University of Maryland Program

The Emergency Medicine/Internal Medicine Program (EMIM) at the University of Maryland School of Medicine offers a unique 5-year program that blends Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine training. Since its inception in 1996, the program has produced successful graduates who have assumed leadership positions, received national teaching awards, and contributed to peer-reviewed publications. The curriculum involves a structured combination of both disciplines with rotations in various specialties. EMIM residents gain experience in critical care, trauma, anesthesiology, obstetrics, gynecology, toxicology, ultrasound, and emergency management services.

The program emphasizes hands-on experience in patient care, advanced procedures, and critical thinking necessary for managing acute and chronic diseases in a diverse patient population. Residents spend time in the emergency department, ICUs, primary care settings, and various outpatient subspecialties. The training also includes leadership opportunities, research electives, and progressive responsibilities throughout the residency.

For students interested in emergency medicine, the University of Maryland offers educational experiences through medical student rotations, clerkships, and electives. The Emergency Medicine Interest Group provides exposure to various aspects of emergency medicine practice, mentoring programs, and opportunities for research involvement. The Department of Emergency Medicine hosts quarterly combined conferences, encourages publications, mentoring activities, committee participation, national presentations, and awards recognition for residents' achievements.

Furthermore, the program includes a Critical Care Option for residents interested in pursuing a 6-year EM/IM/CC track after completing the initial 5-year EM/IM program. The curriculum integrates essential training in critical care, leveraging the resources and expertise at the University of Maryland Medical Center and Shock Trauma Center.

Residents in the EMIM program benefit from the exceptional facilities at the University of Maryland Medical Center and the specialized trauma care at the R Adams Cowley Shock Trauma Center. These facilities provide exposure to a wide range of complex cases and advanced therapies, offering a unique learning environment for residents.

Prospective applicants interested in the EM/IM/CC track can apply and interview for the 5-year EM/IM residency program at the University of Maryland School of Medicine.

For detailed information regarding the program, curriculum, student opportunities, and block schedules, refer to the University of Maryland EMIM Program website for further insights and specific application guidelines.