Family Medicine Residency

1. Must hold an MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
2. Must be eligible for postgraduate clinical training (residency) in the U.S.
3. Completion of required licensing exams (USMLE/COMLEX) as relevant
4. Application through ERAS and participation in the NRMP match process
5. Appropriate letters of recommendation typically required
6. Demonstrated commitment to family medicine through clinical experience and academic performance

The Family Medicine Residency Program based at Aurora St. Luke’s Medical Center in Milwaukee offers a rigorous, accredited postgraduate training pathway designed to prepare physicians for independent practice as family medicine specialists. Established in 1974, the program emphasizes a patient-centred, holistic approach to healthcare with strengths in population health, community medicine, inpatient services, integrative medicine, research, and continuity clinic experiences. Residents train across multiple clinical settings, including outpatient family practice centres, inpatient hospital rotations, and specialty clinics. The curriculum balances clinical responsibilities with opportunities for electives, preventive care, and longitudinal care experiences. Trainees develop broad competence across ages and conditions, gaining expertise in adult medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics, gynecology, chronic disease management, and preventive health. The structured environment supports residents’ professional growth through collaborative teamwork, faculty mentorship, and scholarly activity, ensuring graduates are well-equipped for diverse careers in family medicine.