UPMC Medical Education/McKeesport Hospital Program

Based on the content from the UPMC Medical Education/McKeesport Hospital Program website, here is an overview of their Family Medicine Residency Program:

• Application Process: All applicants are required to apply through the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS). Paper applications are not accepted. The application window typically runs from September 15th to December 1st. The program states it hopes to sponsor J1 and H1B visas.

• Application Criteria: Applicants are required to submit the common ERAS application form, a personal statement, a current CV, USLME or COMLEX Transcripts 1 & 2 with passing scores, pass C.S.A. Exam or COMLEX PE Exam, at least three letters of recommendation, medical school transcripts, and must have graduated within the past five years. U.S. clinical experience is required if graduated beyond five years. ECFMG certification is also necessary.

• Facilities: The program offers access to state-of-the-art diagnostic and interventional capabilities at UPMC McKeesport, which sponsors four residency programs. It also includes a community free clinic, family health center, and level 3 Patient-Centered Medical Home.

• Salary and Benefits: The program offers a competitive compensation package, including salaries ranging from $65,258 in the first year to $69,905 in the third year. Benefits include paid time off, health insurance, vision coverage, dental options, malpractice insurance, life insurance, and retirement plans among other significant advantages.

• Program Features: In addition to traditional Family Medicine training, UPMC McKeesport offers the Family Medicine/Psychiatry Program, Osteopathic Recognition, Lifestyle Medicine Track, HIV Primary Care Track, and a Family Medicine Global Health Track. Residents have various opportunities to engage in unique experiences within these specialized tracks.

• Special Programs: The HIV Primary Care Track aims to train residents interested in HIV medicine, providing enhanced training in HIV/AIDS, STIs, Hepatitis C, TB, and care of marginalized populations. The Family Medicine Global Health Track offers experiences in global health and opportunities for research, presentations, and attendance at journal meetings.

This program provides a diverse range of tracks and resources for residents interested in Family Medicine with unique opportunities for specialization and enhanced learning experiences.