Program Overview

Program Overview

The J. Willis Hurst Internal Medicine Residency Program at Emory University School of Medicine is a comprehensive training program designed to equip residents with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in the field of internal medicine. The program is led by Reena Hemrajani, MD, and is committed to training the next generation of healthcare leaders who are dedicated to clinical excellence, intellectual curiosity, and patient care.

Program Details

• The program recruits 40 categorical, eight primary care, and two research track residents each year.
• Residents experience unparalleled clinical training at Emory-affiliated hospitals, including Emory University Hospital, Emory University Hospital Midtown, Grady Health System, and the Atlanta VA Medical Center.
• The residency curriculum emphasizes patient ownership, compassionate patient-centered care, bedside examination and procedures, evidence-based medicine, high-value care, and leadership skills.
• The program prioritizes personalized support for each resident, with robust mentorship and diverse opportunities tailored to individual career goals.

Residency Tracks

• Research Track
• Categorical Track
• Primary Care Program
• StARR Program

Transitional Year Program

• Program Information
• Application Information
• Program Experience
• Current Residents
• Preliminary Track
• Transitional Year Match Day

Distinction Programs

• Global Health
• HIV Medicine
• Medical Education
• Medical Innovation
• Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS)
• Social Medicine and Health Equity
• Quality Improvement and Safety

Program Namesake

The program is named after J. Willis Hurst, MD, a renowned medical educator and international leader in cardiology. Hurst was a devoted teacher and author who served as chair of the Emory University Department of Medicine for almost 30 years and wrote or edited over 450 scientific articles and 74 books, including the widely used cardiology textbook "The Heart".

Events

The program hosts various events, including Resident Research Day, which provides an opportunity for residents to showcase their research projects and achievements.