Frank H. Netter MD School of Medicine Rural Family Medicine Residency

Our Mission, Vision and Core Values

The Rural Family Medicine Residency program will train residents to provide the highest quality of medical care to rural and underserved communities. Our mission of guiding the training of the next generation of exceptional family physicians is supported by three core pillars:

• Service to Our Communities of Practice Our program will ensure timely access to care for the patients we serve and will train our residents to bring that care to the communities where they will ultimately practice.

• Quality Education in an Integrated Environment Our program will provide state-of-the-art education for residents in an integrated, multidisciplinary environment. Faculty will be recruited, supported and retained and will be responsible for teaching, engaging in clinical research and providing the highest level of healthcare for local patients. 

• A Strong Foundation of Scholarly Activity Our program recognizes that medical education must be built on a strong scientific foundation. Our faculty and residents will engage in scientific research projects and scholarly work for the purpose of improving well-being and reducing the burden of illness in rural and underserved communities.

How to Apply

Applications to the Rural Family Medicine Residency program must be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service® (ERAS®).

A total of 4 positions are available per year. 

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Application Timeline

The first applications to the program will be accepted starting in September of 2023 and must be completed by January 1, 2024.

Completed applications will be reviewed in September and October with virtual interviews taking place twice a week from late October through the end of January.

Application Requirements

• Applicants should plan to submit three letters of recommendation, with at least one coming from a family medicine faculty member.

• USMLE Step 1 exam results are required to be considered for an interview.

• USMLE Step 2 exam results are preferred but may be pending.

• COMLEX Level 1 exam results are required for osteopathic student applicants who wish to be considered for an interview.

• Applicants may have a gap of up to two years between medical school graduation and their first year of residency.

• Applicants with a gap of one year or more must have clinical experience in the United States during that timeframe.

Our Commitment to Diversity, Equity and Inclusion

We commit to building a culture of health and racial equity, fair treatment, access, opportunity and advancement for all. We value the uniqueness of each person and embrace diverse backgrounds, opinions and experiences. We make space for intellectual, racial, social and cultural diversity and treat everyone with dignity and respect. We are dedicated to ensuring our communities, patients and colleagues across our care system feel accepted and valued, thus establishing a sense of belonging within our program and healthcare sites.