Willis-Knighton Health System Program

The Willis-Knighton Health System Internal Medicine Residency Program aims to train physicians to provide compassionate, evidence-based care to diverse communities in Louisiana, Texas, and Arkansas. They seek to graduate physicians committed to community service and who are board-certified. The program accepts 10 categorical residents annually. Eligible applicants must be expected or recent graduates of US/Canadian medical schools or international medical graduates listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools. They prefer candidates who graduated within the last five years, have recent clinical experience, and possess a valid ECFMG certificate by Match week.

The application requirements include the common application form, MSPE, medical school transcript, personal statement, three letters of recommendation, USMLE/COMLEX transcripts, and Step 2 CK/COMLEX Level 2 CE scores before Rank Order List submission. Step 2 CS/COMLEX Level 2 PE are no longer required. Interviews are conducted between October and January, and invitations are sent via email. Programs benefits and conditions are communicated during the interview.

The program boasts a 4+1 rotation schedule, emphasizing continuity clinic experiences. Residents participate in various core rotations and engage in comprehensive didactic sessions covering multiple clinical disciplines. Research opportunities are available, and residents are expected to present findings or publications by the end of their second year. Simulation training is offered using high-fidelity simulators to enhance clinical skills.

The program is associated with various academic institutions and offers a diverse clinical experience. Notable faculty members support the program, providing expertise in cardiology, critical care, endocrinology, gastroenterology, infectious diseases, and other specialties. The program director, Dr. Neeraj Singh, brings extensive experience in nephrology and transplant medicine.

Residents can expect a strong curriculum, encompassing clinical lectures, journal clubs, simulations, and quality improvement activities. The program emphasizes professionalism, excellence, respect, teamwork, and leadership. Through rich educational experiences, residents are prepared to become knowledgeable, skilled, and compassionate physicians dedicated to providing excellent patient care.