Family Medicine Residency Program

We strive to develop highly competent and compassionate family physicians in an atmosphere of respect, friendship, and professionalism.

Experience some of the unique features of our program:

• We envision becoming the healthiest region in the nation and work closely with the Lycoming County Health Improvement Coalition, a community group
• The program is unopposed, and faculty and attendings are very responsive to residents.
• Hands-on training abounds in our 245-bed regional hospital that is well known for its leading-edge technology. There is well-balanced teaching in all aspects of family medicine, and learning experiences in medicine, pregnancy care and colposcopy are exceptionally strong
• We are located in a vibrant city of 30,000 people with a proud history and neighborhoods rich in modern amenities and Victorian architecture. The surrounding areas offer both suburban living and rural countryside. Lycoming County has a population of 120,000
• Residents of all backgrounds quickly develop friendships among each other and become a very cohesive social group. Significant others are warmly welcomed, and all enjoy a host of interesting activities
• Our graduates, now exceeding 200, display exceptional clinical skills and dedication to life-long learning. While most work in small group practices, others have chosen to pursue academic medicine, third world medicine, public health, and even solo practice! Their training in evidence-based medicine, informatics, and the provision psychologically sensitive care prepares them well for the challenges of the 21st century