WellStar Atlanta Medical Center Program
Obstetrics and gynecology - Atlanta, GA | ACGME Code: 2201222077
The WellStar Atlanta Medical Center Program offers a Residency in Internal Medicine with a unique Primary Care Track. This track aims to prepare residents for dynamic primary care careers by empowering them with hands-on experience and exposure to various outpatient settings. Residents in this track work in Resident Continuity Clinic and Wellstar Primary Care Clinic in suburban Marietta, among others, alongside community mentors in primary care. The program offers a thoughtfully designed rotation schedule focusing on inpatient wards, ambulatory medicine, and sub-specialties like neurology, emergency medicine, and geriatrics.
Application Requirements for the Internal Medicine Residency Program at WellStar Atlanta Medical Center include recent or upcoming graduation from a medical school, clinical experience supported by recommendation letters from U.S. externships/rotations, passing scores on USMLE or COMLEX examinations, and fluency in English. The program also requires applicants to have ECFMG certification if applicable and specifies J-1 visa status sponsorship only.
The WellStar Atlanta Medical Center Program supports a Primary Care Track within its Internal Medicine Residency, focusing on preparing residents for dynamic primary care careers and offering hands-on experience in various outpatient settings with community mentors in primary care.
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Atlanta city, Georgia
Living in Atlanta, GA
- Crime Rate and Safety: Atlanta has some high-crime areas, but overall safety is similar to other major U.S. cities. It's recommended to be cautious and be aware of your surroundings.
- Fun Activities: Atlanta offers a vibrant cultural scene with museums, parks, restaurants, and outdoor activities. You can enjoy the Georgia Aquarium, Piedmont Park, and the Martin Luther King Jr. National Historic Site.
- Climate: Atlanta has a humid subtropical climate with hot summers and mild winters. Be prepared for occasional thunderstorms and high humidity in the summer.
- Races and Population: Atlanta is a diverse city with a blend of different races and cultures. It has a significant African American population and a growing Hispanic community.
- Education: Atlanta is home to prestigious universities like Georgia Institute of Technology and Emory University, providing opportunities for continued education and research.
- Cost of Living: The cost of living in Atlanta is moderate compared to other major U.S. cities. Housing costs can vary based on the neighborhood.
- Proximity to Bigger Cities: Atlanta is within driving distance to cities like Nashville, TN (about 3.5 hours), and Charlotte, NC (about 4 hours), offering weekend getaway options.
- Pros: Vibrant cultural scene, diverse population, moderate cost of living.
- Cons: Some high-crime areas, hot and humid summers.
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