UPMC Medical Education Program

The UPMC Medical Education Program (MedPeds - Internal Medicine Residency) offers a comprehensive and balanced medical training program within the UPMC Health System. This system is nationally ranked in multiple specialties and provides a clinical experience that combines elements from four major academic hospitals.

Why Choose the UPMC Med-Peds Program? - Clinical Excellence: UPMC hospitals are consistently recognized for their patient care and medical innovations. The program provides a balance of experiences in medicine and pediatrics, leveraging UPMC's renowned hospitals. - Commitment to Education: The program is dedicated to offering a comprehensive training environment that focuses on developing outstanding clinicians through diverse and challenging experiences. - Supportive Community: UPMC Med-Peds prides itself on having a cohesive, supportive, and diverse group of residents. They emphasize a close working relationship among residents, faculty, and program leadership.

Unique Program Features: - Combined Med-Peds Continuity Clinic: Established in 2008, this clinic serves as the principal ambulatory training site, offering a robust patient base for both adult and pediatric care. - Innovative Training Opportunities: The program incorporates unique educational experiences, including electives in health policy, medical education, and clinical research. It also offers opportunities for international health experiences and care for underserved populations. - Transitional Care Clinical Program: Focuses on adolescents and adults with pediatric onset medical conditions, providing comprehensive and coordinated care as patients transition from pediatrics to adult-oriented healthcare.

Curriculum Highlights: - The curriculum is designed to provide basic skills in the first postgraduate year and progressively increases supervisory responsibilities. Rotations cover a wide range of disciplines in both inpatient and outpatient settings. - The program follows a block rotation system, allowing residents to switch between medicine and pediatrics every three months, adding depth to their seasonal variation in illness patterns. - Educational sessions, including Med-Peds Noon Conferences, Journal Clubs, and Med-Peds Workshops, foster continuous learning and discussion on relevant topics.

Application Information: - Applicants must use ERAS for submitting applications. - Required materials include USMLE scores, current CV, four faculty letters of recommendation (Chairman’s letter optional), medical school transcripts, and additional supportive documents. - The program will conduct virtual interviews for the upcoming interview season, with initial interview invitations planned for October 10, 2023.

This program is designed for those seeking diverse and challenging experiences, supportive community, and opportunities in both primary care med-peds, general academics, or subspecialty fellowship training.