University of Southern California School of Medicine
Family medicine - Los Angeles, CA | ACGME Code: 1200522674
The Keck Medicine Family Medicine Residency Program at the University of Southern California School of Medicine is a relatively new program that welcomed its inaugural class in July 2021. The program aims to train Family Medicine physician trailblazers to transform primary care and promote health equity and wellness for all in Los Angeles.
Mission Statement: The program focuses on promoting a Clinic-First model of team-based, patient-centered care rooted in social medicine and solidarity with Los Angeles' diverse patient populations. It offers continuity experiences in multiple healthcare systems to practice high-quality primary care in varied urban settings. Leveraging USC's strong tradition in education, research, and innovation, the program aims to develop lifelong physician scholars.
Program Highlights: 1. Residency home at a leading academic institution in the heart of Los Angeles. 2. Primary care in the community with diverse clinic experiences. 3. Partnerships with leading teaching hospitals including Children's Hospital Los Angeles and Los Angeles General Medical Center. 4. Unique Street Medicine curriculum providing care for people experiencing homelessness. 5. Special interests and elective tracks available. 6. Expert faculty mentoring residents. 7. Resident leadership opportunities within the program.
Applying to the Program: - The program is committed to recruiting underrepresented minorities in medicine. - Applications are accepted only through ERAS until October 31, 2022. - The program uses a holistic approach and does not have specific USMLE/COMLEX cut-off scores. - Visa Sponsorship is currently unavailable. - Applicants are invited to virtual interviews, with final invitations sent on November 30, 2022. - Interview season starts on October 26, 2022, and ends on January 18, 2023, with all interviews conducted virtually.
Rotation Highlights: - Residents have a variety of clinical rotation opportunities in locations such as Keck Medicine Family Medicine Clinic, AltaMed FQHC Clinic, Children's Hospital Los Angeles, and more. - Elective rotations in PGY-2 and PGY-3 years allow residents to explore their areas of interest. - Wednesday afternoons are protected for core didactic time with a focus on longitudinal curriculum throughout the year.
Salary and Benefits: - Residents receive competitive salaries and benefits including free parking and meals at Keck Medical Center. - Additional benefits include vacation time, housing stipend, and educational stipend.
Current Residents: The program boasts a diverse group of residents from varied educational and experiential backgrounds, all with a passion for serving diverse patient populations and advocating for health equity.
Please note that the program does not specify details about visa sponsorship on their website.
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