Welcome to USC Internal Medicine Residency

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.

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.

Daisy Fernandez, MD

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.

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!”

MIGUEL DE LA TORRE, MD

Iman Richie, MD

"Having completed my medical education at USC/LA General, I can't imagine a place and community I would rather serve as I complete my training and join the ranks of the only 6% of physicians in this country who identify as Latinx. The culture of USC is unparalleled and I am inspired everyday by the compassion of my co-residents, the knowledge of our faculty, and the tremendous resiliency and kindness of our patient population. I have no doubt that this program will prepare me for whatever career path I may choose, and I am so excited to learn and grow as a physician among my awesome co-residents!"

“USC/LA General has everything I was searching for in a residency program. The culture of this program is phenomenal, in that it is collaborative, supportive, and inclusive. USC/LA General also radiates an unmatched energy that features a strong dedication to academic excellence and the unwavering commitment to serve the Los Angeles community. Originally from the east coast, I am grateful for the opportunity to train in Internal Medicine at USC/LA General, where I am exposed to such diverse clinical pathologies in medicine and exceptional academic training. Furthermore, I am thankful for the patience, kindness, and gratitude that my patients have shown me. My experiences as a resident here have been extremely positive, and I am glad to have joined the USC/LA General family!”