Program Overview
Summary of Residency Program
The AccessHealth Family Medicine Residency is a three-year program located in Beckley, WV, that seeks to train residents in community-based settings, preparing them for careers in rural and underserved areas. The program is unopposed, with a strong focus on outpatient care, and it accepts four new residents per year. Founded in 2011, it is one of the original Teaching Health Center Graduate Medical Education sites and is committed to excellence in primary care.
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Program Details
Specialty
Family Medicine
IMG Friendly (Y/N)
Yes
IMG Friendly (detail)
The residency program accepts graduates from medical schools outside of the United States, and applicants must meet additional qualifications, including a valid Certificate from the ECFMG. This indicates a welcoming stance towards International Medical Graduates (IMGs).
Categorical Positions
4
Categorical Positions (detail)
4 new residents annually, total categorical residents not explicitly mentioned. No mentions of prelim residents.
Program Website
Address
252 Rural Acres Drive, Beckley, WV 25801
Program Director
Dr. Kimberly Ballard, DO, FAAFP
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Current Residents
Overview
The program currently has four PGY-1 residents, all of whom are in their first year of the three-year residency. The backgrounds and specific demographics of each resident are not detailed in the provided text.
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PGY-1 IMG
Curriculum & Education
Overview
Our program places a strong emphasis on outpatient family medicine, while also meeting the ACGME requirements for hospital-based rotations. Core hospital rotations occur at Raleigh General Hospital, a Joint Commission accredited, 300 bed hospital in Beckley, WV.
Application
Applications must meet ACGME requirements and be submitted through ERAS utilizing NRMP for selection process. Required materials include a Dean's Letter and 3 letters of reference. Selection criteria include academic credentials, communication skills, personal statement, and any interest in Family Medicine, particularly in underserved communities. AccessHealth does not discriminate based on any characteristic. Those transferring from other programs need a satisfactory evaluation from previous directors. Successful applicants receive a written contract, benefit summary, and must complete all checks and provide necessary documentation.
# of Locations
In addition to our original main hub, the Rural Acres Clinic, there are ambulatory clinics located in Beckley, Daniels, Mabscott, Glen Daniel, Princeton, Lochgelly, and Williamsburg, WV.
Fellowship
The program emphasizes outpatient family medicine while meeting ACGME requirements for hospital rotations. Fellowship opportunities specifics aren't mentioned, but recent graduates may pursue fellowships aligned with family medicine specialties and community-focused care.
Resident Life
Overview
AccessHealth Teaching Health Center Family Medicine Residency is a 3-year, unopposed program and accepts 4 new residents annually.
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# of Years of Program
3
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Alumni
Alumni typically pursue positions in outpatient family medicine, community health centers, and various specialties. Some commonly pursue fellowships in primary care, geriatrics, or academic positions in medicine and surgery.
Salary & Benefits
Benefits Overview
Salary, including PGY1: $45,000, PGY2: $50,000, PGY3: $55,000; Sign On Bonus: $5,000; Annual Retention Bonus: $5,000; Monthly Housing Allowance: $500; Paid Time Off: 15-20 days per year depending on year; Health Insurance, HSA, life insurance, 401(K), test banks, $2,000 for CME, lab coats, MacBook/iPhone, electronic library subscriptions, and training.
PGY-1 Salary
45000
Vacation
PGY-1 residents receive 15 days of PTO annually for vacation, personal leave, sick leave, or CME. This policy is similar for PGY-2 residents. PGY-3 residents receive 20 days for the same purposes. Additional details aren't specified on carryover or request processes.