University of Tennessee (Jackson) Program

The University of Tennessee (Jackson) Family Medicine Residency Program offers an unopposed 12-12-12 program sponsored by the University of Tennessee-Memphis and based at Jackson-Madison County General Hospital. This comprehensive program highlights a strong curriculum across various aspects of medicine, including pediatrics, OB/GYN, geriatrics, and emergency medicine, aiming to train professional and comprehensive family physicians. The program prides itself on its excellent rapport within the medical community and its significant number of graduates practicing in the region.

Key Features: - The program is unopposed at its 650-bed host hospital, ensuring broad and direct exposure to diverse medical cases. - Offers training in procedural skills such as Colposcopy with LEEP, vasectomy, and more. - Residents have the opportunity for unique training experiences, including a rural training track in Martin, TN, for full-scope rural training. - The Family Medicine Residency Program has achieved a 100 percent board certification rate for ten years running. - It operates a large outpatient clinic, offering residents ample opportunity to engage in managing a wide range of patient cases. - Residents gain well-rounded experience, including inpatient medicine, emergency medicine, and notably in obstetrics, with the service delivering approximately 600 babies per year. - The program also offers a 1-year ER fellowship with comprehensive training and certification opportunities in emergency medicine.

Application Requirements: - U.S. citizenship or permanent residency is required, with J-1 Visa applicants considered only during the Post-Match SOAP process. - Applicants must pass USMLE Steps I & II (CK) on the first attempt, with a minimum score of 225 on the USMLE Step 2 CK (for osteopathic applicants, equivalent COMLEX exams). - Recent medical school graduates are preferred (you must graduate in the calendar year of application). - International Medical Graduates must have 12 consecutive months of experience in a U.S. healthcare system, ECFMG certification, and submit recommendations from three physicians practicing in the U.S. healthcare system.

The program supports a friendly and collaborative environment, aiming to foster personal and professional growth amongst its residents. It offers a competitive annual salary for its Emergency Medicine Fellowship and comprehensive benefits, showcasing its commitment to resident training and well-being.