Student Education

The Department of Family and Community Medicine contributes to the medical student's education across the 4-year training curriculum. During the first year, students participate in a clinical showing experience at one of the Family Medicine ambulatory clinics. The Department offers a clinical preceptorship during the second year here students gain experience completing histories and physicals. Additionally, the Family and Community Violence Lecture series is integrated into the curriculum during the sophomore year. Clerkships are required in the junior and senior years where students participate in supervised patient care in both office and hospital settings. Many electives are also provided.

Role-modeling is a critical component in the medical student's development. Through early engagement with faculty and resident teachers, students are exposed to the various roles of the family physician. Additionally, students are encouraged to participate in the Family Medicine Interest Group (FMIG, a student-directed organization, to engage in further education, skill training, and mentoring activities related to the specialty. These various experiences help to shape outstanding future leaders in Family Medicine.

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