Good Samaritan Hospital

About Our Program

The Good Samaritan Hospital Internal Medicine Residency Program is a fully accredited, three-year categorical program designed to provide residents with comprehensive training in internal medicine. Since our establishment in 1975, we have graduated over 500 physicians who have gone on to successful careers in primary care, subspecialty fellowship, academic medicine, and healthcare leadership.

Our program is built on a foundation of clinical excellence, evidence-based practice, and compassionate patient care. With a diverse patient population at our tertiary care hospital, residents gain exposure to a wide spectrum of medical conditions and learn to provide exceptional care to patients from various backgrounds and cultures.

Mission & Vision

Mission: To train skilled, compassionate, and well-rounded internists prepared to provide exceptional patient care, contribute to medical knowledge through research, and serve as leaders in healthcare.

Vision: To be a national leader in internal medicine education, recognized for innovative teaching methods, research opportunities, and graduates who excel in improving health outcomes in diverse communities.

Program Highlights

Curriculum Structure

Our curriculum is carefully designed to provide progressive responsibility while ensuring comprehensive training in all aspects of internal medicine. Each year builds upon the previous one, with increasing autonomy and opportunities for sub-specialization.

PGY-1 Year: Foundation Building

The intern year focuses on developing core clinical skills, diagnostic reasoning, and foundational knowledge in internal medicine. Interns spend the majority of their time on inpatient general medicine wards and in the intensive care units. Additional rotations include emergency medicine, geriatrics, and ambulatory medicine.

PGY-2 Year: Expanding Knowledge

The second year features increased responsibility including supervising interns on general medicine rotations. Residents rotate through all internal medicine subspecialties, further developing their diagnostic and therapeutic skills. Dedicated time for electives allows residents to explore areas of personal interest.

PGY-3 Year: Leadership & Consolidation

The final year emphasizes leadership roles, with residents serving as team leaders on most rotations. Residents focus on consolidating their knowledge, refining clinical skills, and preparing for their next career steps. Flexibility in scheduling allows for additional subspecialty experience or research time.

Sample Rotation Schedule

Rotation	PGY-1 (blocks of 4 weeks)	PGY-2 (blocks of 4 weeks)	PGY-3 (blocks of 4 weeks)
General Medicine Wards	7	5	4
Intensive Care Units	3	3	2
Emergency Medicine	1	0	0
Ambulatory/Primary Care	1	1	1
Subspecialties	2	5	2
Night Float/Nocturnist	2	2	2
Electives	0	2	5
Vacation	2	2	2

Conferences & Educational Activities

Our educational program includes robust didactic sessions designed to complement clinical training:

• Morning Report: Case-based interactive conferences held 5 days/week
• Grand Rounds: Weekly expert presentations on cutting-edge medical topics
• Board Review: Structured curriculum covering all aspects of internal medicine with focus on board preparation
• Journal Club: Monthly evidence-based medicine sessions where residents critically appraise recent literature
• Morbidity & Mortality Conference: Monthly case-based review focusing on systems improvement and patient safety
• Procedural Workshops: Hands-on training in central lines, thoracentesis, paracentesis, lumbar puncture, and endotracheal intubation
• EKG Rounds: Weekly session dedicated to developing EKG interpretation skills
• Radiology Rounds: Multidisciplinary review of imaging studies with radiology faculty
• Palliative Care Workshop: Annual simulation-based training in communication skills and end-of-life care

Research Opportunities

Research is an integral component of our residency program, with each resident required to complete at least one quality improvement or clinical research project during their training. Our program offers numerous resources to support scholarly activity:

• Dedicated research faculty mentors across all subspecialties
• Monthly research methods workshops
• Annual Resident Research Day with opportunities for oral and poster presentations
• Stakeholder grant funding for resident-initiated research projects
• Support for conference travel to present research findings
• Access to biostatistical support through the hospital's research department

Recent Resident Publications

Our residents routinely publish in peer-reviewed journals, with over 50 resident first-author publications in the past 5 years in journals including Annals of Internal Medicine, JAMA Internal Medicine, The American Journal of Medicine, and The New England Journal of Medicine.

Resident Life & Wellness

We recognize that residency is a demanding time both professionally and personally. Our program places a strong emphasis on resident wellness with various initiatives designed to support work-life balance:

• Wellness Committee: Resident-led group organizing regular social activities, wellness workshops, and support networks
• Mindfulness & Meditation Sessions: Weekly guided meditation sessions
• Physical Fitness: Free gym membership access and fitness classes
• Mental Health Services: Confidential counseling and psychological support services
• Social Events: Monthly resident gatherings, annual resident retreat, and family-friendly activities
• Meal Coverage: Food provided during long shifts and overnight duties
• On-call Rooms: Comfortable designated spaces for overnight call

Program Statistics

Fellowship & Career Outcomes

Our graduates go on to pursue diverse career paths, with approximately 60% entering subspecialty fellowships and 40% entering primary care or hospitalist practice. Recent fellowship placements include prestigious programs across the country:

• Cardiology
• Pulmonary & Critical Care
• Gastroenterology
• Nephrology
• Hematology/Oncology
• Rheumatology
• Infectious Disease
• Allergy & Immunology
• Endocrinology

Our alumni practice in academic medical centers, community hospitals, private practices, and serve healthcare systems in various leadership roles throughout the country.

Application Process

We participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) and accept applications through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) only. Applications are reviewed holistically with attention to the following components:

• USMLE or COMLEX scores
• Medical school performance evaluations
• Clinical performance in rotations
• Research experience and publications
• Extracurricular activities and community service
• Personal statement
• Letters of recommendation (including at least one from an internal medicine physician)

We interview approximately 80-100 candidates per year, with interview invitations sent from October through December. Interviews are conducted virtually from November through January. Applicants must be eligible for medical licensure in the state and must have graduated from an accredited medical school within the past five years unless currently in a training program.

International Medical Graduates

We welcome applications from international medical graduates who have obtained ECFMG certification. Additional requirements include:

• Current clinical experience in the United States is preferred
• No more than three attempts on USMLE examinations
• Valid ECFMG certificate at the time of application
• Excellent English communication skills (assessed during the interview process)

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