Preliminary Intern Year

Prelim Experience

• Well-rounded experience that builds a strong foundation in clinical medicine
• High-level team-based care in various settings
• Supportive learning culture
• ICU-focused experience with up to three dedicated blocks
• Diverse, high-acuity population in urban-suburban Portland
• Excellent cardiovascular medicine training with team-based selective rotation

Mentorship

• Direct guidance and mentorship from core Internal Medicine faculty
• Assigned mentor in your advanced field for regular check-ins

Flexible Scheduling

• Four blocks of elective time to individualize your learning plan
• 2+1 block model ensures four golden weekends every third block
• End-of-year elective time for smooth transition to advanced program
• Optional continuity clinic elective

Get a Jumpstart on Your Advanced Program

• Rotate in your Advanced Specialty
• Dedicated research time if interested

Collegial, Family-like Atmosphere

• Focus on building connections among residents, including prelims
• Access to wellness initiatives promoting work-life balance