Programs/Emergency Medicine/Central Michigan University College of Medicine/CMU Medical Education Partners Program
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Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedIMG: HIGH
Saginaw, MI(Saginaw, MI Metropolitan Area Metro)
30
Positions
#129
Specialty Rank
$59,000
PGY1 Salary
37.9%
IMG %
#129
Emergency Medicine Ranking
55th Percentile
Top 45% of programs
Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 1102511138
- NRMP Code:
- 1320110C0
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
- Total Positions:
- 30
- Interviews:
- 180
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Years of Graduation Cutoff:
- 3 years
- Visa Sponsorship:
- J1
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 55
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 14
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 1.5
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 5/week
- Night Float:
- No
- Vacation Days:
- 28
- Faculty Ratio:
- 0.30
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 11
- Part-Time Physicians:
- 1
- Female Faculty:
- 20%
- Ambulatory Non-Hospital:
- 17%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
Based in the heart of Michigan, the program offers a unique blend of academic rigor, hands-on experience, and a supportive learning environment that fosters both professional and personal growth. Our residency is centered at Covenant HealthCare in Saginaw, a high-volume Level II Trauma Center and MyMichigan Saginaw, both a Level II Trauma Center and Comprehensive Stroke Center. We are looking for applicants who are team-oriented, resilient, and passionate about making a difference.
Program Offers & Benefits
- Free parking
- On-call meal allowance
- iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
- Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia
Educational Opportunities
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
- Debt management/financial counseling
- Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
- International experience/global health
- Resident/fellow retreats
- Off-campus electives
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Not available
Salary Progression
$59,000
PGY-1
$60,500
PGY-2
$62,500
PGY-3
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
- Cost of Living Index
- 76(US avg: 100)
- Median Home Price
- $235K
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1.1K/mo
- Median Household Income
- $50K
- Rent as % of Resident Salary
- 21.6%(FREIDA)
Demographics & Community
- Population
- 153K
- Median Age
- 41 years
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher
- 0.6900000000000001
- Poverty Rate
- 11.0%
- Unemployment Rate
- 7.0%
Climate & Weather
Summer
81°F
Winter
41°F
Sunny Days
280 days
Precipitation
49"
Humidity
66%
Local Cost of Goods & Services
Coffee
$5.22
Restaurant Meal
11.02
Gas (per gallon)
$4.12
Gym Membership
52
Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 1102511138
- NRMP Code:
- 1320110C0
- Total Positions:
- 30
- Interviews:
- 180
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
Contact Information
- Program Director:
- Therese Mead
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
- More Information:
- More Information
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 10/1/2026 - 1/1/2027
- Interview Period:
- 10/14/2026 - 1/15/2027
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Required Letters:
- 2
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- Yes
Examination Requirements
USMLE Requirements
- Step 1 Required:
- No
- Step 2 Required:
- No
COMLEX Requirements
- COMLEX Level 1:
- Yes
- COMLEX Level 2:
- No
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- June
- June Start Date:
- June 24
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- Yes
- NRMP Codes:
- 1320110C0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
- Institution:
- Covenant HealthCare Hospital
- Primary Teaching Site:
- Covenant HealthCare Hospital
- Contact Person:
- Melinda Wardin
- Contact Email:
- emergency.medicine@cmich.edu
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 10
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:10PGY-2:10PGY-3:10
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Years of Graduation Cutoff
- 3 years
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG
- IMG Percentage
- 37.9%
- IMG Classification
- HIGH
- IMG Specialty Percentile
- 16th percentile
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 37.9%
- DO Classification
- HIGH
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