Residency in Internal Medicine

1. MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
2. Successful completion of USMLE or COMLEX examinations
3. Eligibility for medical licensure in Minnesota
4. Curriculum Vitae submission
5. Personal statement
6. Letters of recommendation (including Dean’s letter/MSPE)
7. Demonstrated interest in both emergency medicine and internal medicine
8. ECFMG certification for international medical graduates (if applicable)
9. Participation in the residency match process (NRMP)

Hennepin Healthcare is a nationally recognized academic medical center and Level I Adult and Pediatric Trauma Center known for its comprehensive medical training programs. The institution offers a wide range of residency and fellowship programs that emphasize hands-on clinical learning and interdisciplinary collaboration. The Emergency Medicine/Internal Medicine Residency Program provides dual training in two major specialties within a single integrated curriculum. Residents rotate through emergency departments, inpatient wards, intensive care units, and specialty services. The program prepares physicians to manage critically ill patients, complex chronic diseases, and acute emergencies. Trainees benefit from a high-volume clinical environment and exposure to diverse patient populations. The residency includes simulation-based education, academic conferences, and research opportunities. Graduates are eligible for board certification in both Emergency Medicine and Internal Medicine and are prepared for careers in academic medicine, hospital leadership, or specialized clinical practice.