University of Tennessee Medical Center at Knoxville Program

The University of Tennessee Medical Center at Knoxville offers a Transitional Year residency program jointly sponsored by the Departments of Medicine and Family Medicine. This one-year program provides residents with an opportunity to customize their schedule across multiple departments to align with their future career goals. The majority of transitional year residents at this institution tend to pursue fields such as radiology, dermatology, and radiation oncology.

The Transitional Year program consists of thirteen 4-week blocks with required rotations including general inpatient medicine, medical ICU, ambulatory care, and emergency medicine. Residents can choose from a variety of electives offered by ACGME accredited programs at the University of Tennessee Graduate School of Medicine, including specialties like internal medicine, surgery, radiology, anesthesiology, neurology, pathology, dermatology, ophthalmology, radiation oncology, and obstetrics and gynecology. Cardiology is strongly recommended as one of the electives for Transitional Year residents.

This program places a strong emphasis on bedside teaching, clinical responsibilities, and development of basic clinical skills, preparing residents for various clinical pathways. Residents have access to educational resources such as Grand Rounds, core lecture series, simulation lab sessions, and mentorship for academic projects. The program director collaborates with residents to provide exposure to their chosen field early on, facilitating research and learning opportunities.

Applicants are selected through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) and should apply via the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). International medical graduates must work with the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). The deadline for applications is December 1, and it is recommended to apply early due to limited interview slots. The program requires applicants to have passed all USMLE tests on the first attempt and may have specific requirements for international medical graduates.

For more information or to learn about the applicant criteria, interested individuals can contact the department directly. Residents are encouraged to follow the UT Graduate School of Medicine and the Internal Medicine Residency Program on social media for real-time updates.