Baton Rouge General Medical Center Program
| ACGME number: | 1202121560 | |
| Program Director: | Desi Rae Valentine MD | |
| Address: |
3401 North Blvd Ste 200
Baton Rouge, LA 70806-3743 |
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| Phone: | (225) 387-7899 | |
| Email: | fmrp@brgeneral.org | |
| Website: | http://www.brgeneral.org |
Program Description
The Baton Rouge General Family Medicine Residency Program is dedicated to addressing the healthcare needs of Louisiana by training new family physicians. Our uniqueness is highlighted by our charming Southern hospitality, commitment to excellence, and willingness to help those in need. Come by and visit us for a little taste of what our programs have to offer!
Community Setting
- Urban
- Suburban
Top 3 Program Strengths
- Low Resourced/Marginalized Populations
- Wellness/Well-being
- Sports Medicine
Primary Admitting Hospital
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
Length of Program
3 Years
Clinic Funding
No federal or government clinic funding
Positions
| PGY-1 | PGY-2 | PGY-3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Offered: |
PGY-1: 8 |
PGY-2: 8 |
PGY-3: 8 |
| Filled: |
PGY-1: 8 |
PGY-2: 8 |
PGY-3: 7 |
Has Residential Organization
Yes
Required ICU Rotations
Two months
Required General Surgery Rotations
Less than two months
Required Maternity Rotations
Two months
Level of Pregnancy Care Training Provided
At least 20 deliveries for all residents; comprehensive pregnancy care with 80 or more deliveries for a few residents.
Required Pediatrics Rotations
Four months
Offers International Rotations
No
Half Day Table (years 1-n)
| PGY-1 | PGY-2 | PGY-3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Half days |
PGY-1: 1 |
PGY-2: 2 |
PGY-3: 3 |
Hospital Trips Table (years 1-n)
| PGY-1 | PGY-2 | PGY-3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Call from home trips to hospital |
PGY-1: None |
PGY-2: None |
PGY-3: > q28d |
Night Calls Table (years 1-n)
| PGY-1 | PGY-2 | PGY-3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Average In hospital night calls |
PGY-1: q7d-q14d |
PGY-2: q7d-q14d |
PGY-3: None |
| Night Float |
PGY-1: Yes |
PGY-2: Yes |
PGY-3: No |
Has Computer Documentation
Yes
Offers Rural Rotations
Yes
Has Electronic Health Records
Yes
Primary Admitting Hospital
Baton Rouge General Medical Center
Total Hospital Beds
527
Full Time Doctor Faculty
6
Full Time Other Faculty
0
Full Time Physicians Extender Faculty
0
Total Rotation Hospitals
2
Total Admitting Hospitals
2
Total Family Practice Centers
1
Has Federally Qualified Rotations
No
Base Salary and Vacation Table (years 1-n)
| PGY-1 | PGY-2 | PGY-3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Salary |
PGY-1: $57,589 |
PGY-2: $59,521 |
PGY-3: $61,560 |
| Weeks of Vacation |
PGY-1: 4 |
PGY-2: 4 |
PGY-3: 4 |
Benefits
- Time off for conferences
- Parking
- Life Insurance
- Health Insurance
- Liability Insurance
- Meals
- Sick Leave / Personal Time
- Funding for attending conferences
- Fitness Center
- Disability Insurance
- AAFP Membership
Offers Fellowship
No
Fellowship Leads To Post-Graduation
No
Offers Clerkship
Yes