Welcome to USC/Los Angeles General Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency

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Welcome to the USC/Los Angeles General Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency Program.  

The USC/Los Angeles General Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency Program offers an exceptional training experience that prepares residents for diverse careers in Internal Medicine. With a combination of clinical settings that includes the Los Angeles General Medical Center, the Keck Medical Center and the Norris Comprehensive Cancer Center the program fosters a strong commitment to patient centered care, evidence-based medicine and continuous learning.  With ample opportunities for research diverse electives and mentorship, residents are supported in pursuing their professional and academic interests.  

Life in Los Angeles offers a vibrant backdrop to residency training. From the city's sunny weather and diverse neighborhoods to its rich cultural, recreational, and dining options, residents enjoy a dynamic lifestyle outside the hospital. Whether exploring the outdoors, engaging in LA's thriving arts scene, or taking in the global connections of this major metropolis, living in LA enhances both personal and professional growth during the residency experience at USC.

carolina gonzalez bravo, MD

"When choosing where to train, I was looking for a program that offered the opportunity to serve a diverse patient population and a strong commitment to serving disadvantaged communities. I chose USC/LAGMC because I was drawn to the program’s strong sense of community among residents and faculty, which I felt immediately during interview day.

What I have liked the most about the program is the patient population. Intern year can be exhausting, and yet the appreciation and gratitude I receive from patients during wards and in clinic energizes me on a daily basis and provides me with a deep sense of purpose. I’ve also grown tremendously from the early responsibility and autonomy I’ve been given, which has helped me build confidence in my clinical decision-making.

My favorite part of the program, though, has been the people—I’ve found a community of co-residents who are not only supportive colleagues but also wonderful friends, making residency both rewarding and fun!"

Shelby Edmondson, MD

When choosing where to train, I wanted a program that offered diverse clinical experiences, a focus on underserved populations, and strong career support as I explored fellowship opportunities. USC/LAGMC has all of this and more. Rotating through the three hospital systems provides a wide range of clinical experiences, while the time spent at LA General allows me to serve some of the most underserved and medically complex populations in Los Angeles, all under the guidance of incredibly talented faculty who are passionate about teaching and mentoring.

The best part of this program, though, is the passionate, kind, and fun group of residents I work with daily. From the start, I've had the best time getting to know my co-residents, during rotations and outside the hospital at events like intern wellness day, brewery happy hours, and post-shift dinners.

Imam sanousi, MD

“Coming to USC for medical school, I saw firsthand the strengths of training here in internal medicine. I observed how exceptionally competent the residents were, not only in their medical knowledge and procedural skills, but also in the compassion and care they showed their patients. Training in the heart of Los Angeles means caring for some of the sickest patients, often with complex medical histories and prolonged hospital courses. I knew that if I stayed at USC, I would be equipped with the skills to manage the most critically ill patients. Equally meaningful to me was the privilege of serving some of the most vulnerable members of our community, regardless of background, with the full support of the program and hospital resources behind me.”

IsAac Gorgy, MD

I chose USC/LAGMC for my Internal Medicine residency because I wanted to work at a large safety net hospital dedicated to serving disadvantaged communities while gaining the opportunity to take care of patients with both common and rare pathologies. While the first months of training have been busy as an intern, they have also been incredibly rewarding. Being able to care for patients of varied ethic and socioeconomic backgrounds while learning from renown faculty reminds me of why I pursued medicine in the first place. The culture here has also been incredible to experience. Starting out my intern year in the Medical ICU and Cardiac ICU as my first two rotations, I was appropriately anxious, however the support I received from my peers, senior residents, fellows and faculty made all the difference. They were always patient, encouraging, and made sure I felt supported while learning. The USC/LAGMC Internal Medicine community is a caring community, and that’s made this experience even more meaningful.

Daisy Fernandez, MD

arnold gan, MD

“For me, one of the most important factors in deciding to become a doctor stemmed from my desire to serve the Latinx community. As I looked at residency programs, USC/LA General specifically stood out, as it prided itself in serving a culturally diverse patient population while working towards creating a strong sense of community within its residents and faculty. I have had the amazing opportunity of working with and learning from stellar residents and faculty who promote medical care that is cognizant of cultural and societal factors affecting patient health. I am excited to continue learning from my educators on how to provide holistic care to our patients while becoming a successful and confident internist.”

“My experience training at USC/LA General has been excellent from the moment I received my physician badge. While applying for residency, I knew I wanted to train at an academic institution with immense clinical diversity, abundance of research opportunities, and strong emphasis on wellness. USC/LA General has genuinely exceeded my expectations. From managing the innumerable "bread & butter” medicine cases to the unique “zebras”, I feel everyday my knowledge as a physician grows exponentially. Leadership is also extremely responsive and there is a pervasive cordial atmosphere. The cherry on top is the comradery within my residency class. We are extremely close-knit and it has been a blessing growing together with them!”