Program Overview

Internal Medicine Residency Program

The Internal Medicine Residency Program at UTMB Health offers a comprehensive and well-structured curriculum designed to provide residents with a strong foundation in internal medicine.

Program Overview

The program is led by experienced faculty and provides a supportive learning environment that fosters academic and professional growth. Residents have the opportunity to work with a diverse patient population and engage in various clinical and research activities.

Clinical Training Sites

The program offers training at various clinical sites, including:

• Inpatient Training: Residents participate in inpatient rotations at UTMB Health's hospitals and clinics.
• Outpatient Training: Residents gain experience in outpatient settings, including clinics and private practices.

Prospective Applicants

Prospective applicants can expect:

• Schedules: A variety of rotation schedules to accommodate different learning styles and needs.
• Specialized Tracks: Opportunities to pursue specialized tracks, such as primary care or hospitalist medicine.
• Combined Programs: Options to combine internal medicine with other specialties, such as pediatrics or psychiatry.
• Benefits and Salary: Competitive salary and benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and paid time off.

Benefits and Salary

The program offers a comprehensive benefits package, including:

• Annual Salary:
  • PGY-1: $66,405
  • PGY-2: $68,654
  • PGY-3: $70,783
  • PGY-4: $73,229
  • PGY-5: $76,603
  • PGY-6: $79,353
  • PGY-7: $82,160
  • PGY-8: $85,790
• Medical Plan: Competitive plans through Blue Cross Blue Shield, with coverage for residents and their families.
• Dental Plan: Two plans available, with UTMB covering the cost of resident premiums and family members eligible for a small monthly fee.
• Vision Plan: Superior Vision Plan or Superior Vision Plus available for a small monthly fee.
• Life Insurance: Basic life insurance offered at no cost to residents, with increased coverage available for a small monthly fee.
• Disability: Long- and short-term disability insurance available for a small monthly fee.
• Retirement Plans: Competitive plans with a 6.65% employee contribution and 8.5% state matching, as well as additional plans with near 100% matching.

Paid Time Off (PTO)/FMLA

Residents receive an average of 30 days of paid time off per year, with a flexible vacation schedule and additional leave allocated for FMLA purposes.

Resident Development Fund

Residents receive a yearly fund for professional development, with amounts varying by PGY level:

• PGY 1: $500
• PGY 2 and PGY 3: $1000

Curriculum

The program's curriculum includes:

• Conferences: Regular conferences and lectures on various topics in internal medicine.
• Simulation and POCUS: Training in simulation and point-of-care ultrasound.
• Board Preparation: Preparation for board exams, including review courses and practice questions.
• QI and Patient Safety: Education on quality improvement and patient safety initiatives.
• Research: Opportunities for residents to engage in research projects and present their findings.
• Community Medicine: Training in community medicine and outreach programs.
• Wellness: Emphasis on resident wellness and self-care.

Career Development

The program offers career development opportunities, including:

• Fellowships: Opportunities to pursue fellowships in various specialties.
• Primary Care: Training in primary care and ambulatory medicine.
• Hospitalist Medicine: Opportunities to work as hospitalists and develop skills in inpatient medicine.
• Mentoring Program: A mentoring program that pairs residents with experienced faculty members.