University of North Carolina Hospitals Program

The University of North Carolina Hospitals Program offers a Preventive Medicine Residency program that includes two years of training: an academic year and a practicum year. During the academic year, residents engage in full-time coursework leading to an MPH degree focused on various departments of the School of Public Health. The practicum year involves a supervised research project and experience in a public health agency. Successful applicants typically have completed a primary care residency.

The Preventive Medicine Residency Program at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is well-established, offering training in public health and clinical population health. The program fosters connections with graduates for mentorship opportunities and provides a diverse training environment at renowned institutions. Residents can expect to engage with nationally recognized organizations in public health during their training.

Application requirements include submitting through ERAS by November 1st, with a personal statement, 3 letters of recommendation, state medical license information, and other specified documents. Applicants should also apply to the UNC Graduate School for an MPH degree program. Successful candidates should be U.S. citizens, permanent residents, or have a valid J-1 visa, have completed one year of an ACGME-accredited clinical residency program, possess a current medical license in the U.S. or have the ability to obtain one, and meet other specified criteria.

Residents in the Program complete a structured curriculum, including coursework in epidemiology, biostatistics, environmental health, and health care management. Additionally, they engage in practical experiences, research projects, medical student teaching, and healthcare management rotations. The program offers support through stipends, medical insurance, access to resources, and mentorship opportunities to ensure a comprehensive training experience.