University of Tennessee College of Medicine at Chattanooga Program

The University of Tennessee College of Medicine at Chattanooga Internal Medicine Residency Program offers a comprehensive training experience to prepare residents for successful medical careers. Led by Program Director Dr. Curtis Cary, the faculty is dedicated to providing a supportive and educational environment.

Program Highlights: - 30 resident positions with 10 new residents accepted yearly. - Strong focus on ambulatory care with a 4 + 1 block scheduling model. - Excellent first-time American Board of Internal Medicine (ABIM) pass rate. - Opportunities for fellowship matches in various subspecialties. - Dynamic curriculum including experiences in global health, research, and night medicine. - Well-rounded didactic program with case-based presentations and core lecture series. - Emphasis on resident wellness, national, regional, and local meeting participation. - Affiliation with a Level 1 Trauma Center providing safety net services.

Educational Benefits: - Conference series tailored to residents' needs. - Cardiologist-driven EKG instruction and review series. - Access to MKSAP 18 for all new residents. - Individualized educational programs with inpatient and outpatient focus. - Emphasis on evidence-based medicine, research, and quality initiatives. - Proxy access to medical libraries.

Special Benefits: - Meal and CME stipends. - Vacation and leave time. - Travel reimbursement for regional and national conferences. - Moonlighting opportunities for approved PGY2 and PGY3 residents. - No state income tax in Tennessee.

The program offers virtual interviews and requires applications through ERAS. They seek 11 categorical internal medicine residents each year. Applicants should have graduated from medical school within 5 years, and passing USMLE Step 2 results are required.

The Internal Medicine Chattanooga program provides a supportive learning environment with a strong focus on resident well-being, educational excellence, and diverse clinical experiences. Residents benefit from a dedicated faculty and a range of educational and clinical resources available at Erlanger Health System.