Message from the Program Director | Icahn School of Medicine

RESIDENCIES & FELLOWSHIP PROGRAMS

Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Residency Program at Mount Sinai
- Message From the Director

At the heart of our innovative Internal Medicine and Pediatrics (Med-Peds) Residency Program at the Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai lies an unwavering commitment to reducing inequities in marginalized and oppressed populations. Our program distinguishes itself by fostering the development of visionary leaders in Med-Peds primary care through a carefully crafted, longitudinal four-year curriculum that capitalizes on the unique strengths and opportunities afforded by our institution, the Department of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, Settlement Health, and our vibrant community partnerships.

What sets our program apart is the immersive clinical and educational experience at Settlement Health, a Federally Qualified Health Center that has been a beacon of comprehensive, high-quality primary care in East Harlem since 1978. Here, our residents cultivate deep, lasting relationships with their panel of pediatric and adult patients, delivering care not only within the walls of Settlement Health but also in the community and patients' homes. This holistic approach to care empowers our residents to identify and dismantle systems of oppression within our health care system and community through engaging in longitudinal quality-improvement projects and population health initiatives.

Beyond the exceptional clinical training, our program offers a rich tapestry of educational opportunities, including participation in conferences and sessions across both categorical programs, specialized sessions for Internal Medicine Primary Care residents, and dedicated Med-Peds conferences. This comprehensive approach ensures our residents develop the robust skillset necessary to provide exceptional care to patients with complex medical conditions while navigating the social and structural drivers of inequities.

Our program's steadfast commitment to primary care is evident from the moment of recruitment and throughout the entirety of the four-year journey. We actively seek out and nurture students who share our passion for careers in primary care, providing them with the clinical experiences, educational opportunities, and mentorship necessary to emerge as physician leaders in this vital field.

I encourage you to join us in our tireless pursuit of health equity and excellence in primary care. Please don't hesitate to reach out to me at joseph.truglio@mssm.edu with any questions you may have.

Joseph Truglio, MD, MPH
Program Director, Internal Medicine and Pediatrics Residency Program;
Director of Anti-Racist Clinical Skills, Institute for Equity and Justice in Health Sciences Education;
Associate Professor of Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, and Medical Education,
Icahn School of Medicine at Mount Sinai