Frequently Asked Questions

What makes this program unique from other Family Medicine residency programs?

We combine the proximity of an academic medical center with a community hospital and family medicine center to create a robust, hands-on training experience. Our real strength is in our faculty and staff – we are a close-knit community both in and out of the hospital. 

What is your application deadline? 

December 1st

Do you offer Visas? 

Yes! 

Do you offer fourth year electives? 

Yes! Contact fmrapplications@cvph.org for more information. 

What population does your residency serve?

 CVPH provides care for a large geographic portion of upstate New York and Southern Quebec. This is a largely rural area and encompasses a diverse socioeconomic population. 

Does your program have a Family Medicine Inpatient Service?

Yes. Our program has a family medicine inpatient service for the adult patients of our Family Medicine Center. Residents are supervised by internal medicine and family medicine faculty. Residents care for patients on general medicine floors and in the progressive care units during this rotation.  There are also regular teaching topics and scheduled simulation activities in our simulation center during the inpatient rotation.

Where do your graduates practice Family Medicine?

Our goal is to train physicians to feel prepared to practice family medicine in any community that they land. We are proud to report that approximately 70% of our residents have remained in Upstate New York and the surrounding area. Our graduates have gone on to practice as hospitalists, ambulatory practitioners, and several have gone on to complete fellowships. 

What sorts of perks are offered?

We offer the maximum allowed number of electives in our curriculum.  Membership in the AAFP is paid for all residents. Some benefits include free parking, meal card allowance, continuing medical education funds and days, funding for USMLE Step 3, and three weeks of vacation.