Curriculum

Electives

Longitudinal Electives

Longitudinal electives in Sports Medicine, Adolescent Medicine, Women's Health, geriatrics, Faculty Development, Procedures and other areas of interest are available for residents to gain extra experience and expertise in selected areas within Family Medicine.

International Health Electives

Electives in international health are a tremendous way to learn cross-cultural medicine. We have a number of established international rotation sites in places as diverse as Ecuador, Haiti, and Vietnam. Residents can also set-up electives in other approved sites. Stipends are available to a small number of residents each year to support travel expenses.

Rural Electives

Rural electives offer an opportunity to work closely with a family physician in small town rural practice.  The residents are involved in office practice, inpatient and nursing home admissions and rounds, as well as home visits when appropriate.  Opportunities are available to work with a nurse midwife and integrative health providers.  Rural electives are available at Martha's Vineyard and Nantucket.

Collaboration with Specialists/Faculty

The faculty at UMass and throughout the Worcester community are highly regarded local, regional, and national experts. You will have a tremendous opportunity to work with, and learn from, recognized leaders.