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50+ Years
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Your Trusted Medical Residency Program in Altoona, PA
Since 1975, Altoona Family Physicians has been dedicated to training competent, compassionate, and ethical family physicians. Our program emphasizes full-spectrum family medicine, preparing residents for practice in rural, suburban, and urban communities. With dual accreditation from ACGME and AOA, we offer an 8-8-8 residency structure focused on obstetrical, inpatient, and outpatient medicine. Our faculty includes specialists in hospice and palliative care, women's health, and osteopathic manipulative therapy, supported by 12 core faculty members and adjuncts. Residents gain hands-on experience through a resident-run Pregnancy Care Center and Women's Health and Wellness Center.The program prioritizes work-life balance while ensuring clinical excellence through rotations in hospital and office settings. Our Osteopathic Recognition by ACGME underscores our commitment to osteopathic education. We provide housing and cafeteria access for medical students and residents, fostering an enriching academic environment. Collaborative relationships with local specialists enhance our training opportunities, including elective rotations domestically and internationally. Our mission extends to alleviating primary care physician shortages through comprehensive training in procedures like joint injections, POCUS, and dermatology.
Services
Family Medicine Residency
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship
Medical Student Clerkships
Summer Preceptorship Program
Shadowing Opportunities
Details
- Year established: 1975
Highlights and features
- We offer dual accreditation through ACGME and AOA for comprehensive training.
- Our program provides extensive obstetrical and procedural training opportunities.
- Residents receive Osteopathic Recognition with dedicated manipulative therapy instruction.
- We maintain collaborative relationships with local obstetricians and pediatricians.
- Our wellness curriculum supports resident development throughout training.
Associations and certifications
- Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME)
- American Osteopathic Association (AOA)
- American College of Osteopathic Family Physicians (ACOFP)
Services
Family Medicine Residency
Our 8-8-8 residency program provides comprehensive training in full-spectrum family medicine. Residents receive hands-on experience in obstetrics, inpatient and outpatient care, and specialized procedures. The curriculum emphasizes rural medicine and prepares physicians for independent practice in diverse settings.
Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship
This ACGME-accredited fellowship trains physicians in managing complex symptoms for life-limiting illnesses. Fellows gain experience in hospice care, interdisciplinary team collaboration, and community outreach programs across multiple clinical settings.
Medical Student Clerkships
We offer 2-8 week rotations in family medicine, rural medicine, and electives. Students participate in inpatient and outpatient care with access to modern EMR systems and specialized clinics like diabetes and weight management.
Summer Preceptorship Program
A 6-week program for first and second-year medical students exploring family medicine. Includes clinical rotations, didactic sessions, and opportunities to explore specialties like OB/GYN, emergency medicine, and lifestyle medicine.
Shadowing Opportunities
College students can observe primary care and specialty practices through our partnership with Penn State University. Additional opportunities available based on availability and program capacity.
People
Dianne St. Clair
Practice Manager
Dianne St. Clair oversees program operations and coordinates the Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship at Altoona Family Physicians.
Lindsey Richards
Recruitment Coordinator
Lindsey Richards manages residency applications and coordinates interviews for prospective medical trainees at Altoona Family Physicians.
Mary Kurtz
Scheduling Coordinator
Mary Kurtz handles scheduling logistics for residents and fellows participating in training programs at Altoona Family Physicians.
Emily Pugh
Clerkship Coordinator
Emily Pugh coordinates medical student rotations and clerkship opportunities at Altoona Family Physicians training facilities.
Questions
What residency programs does UPMC Altoona Family Physicians offer?
We offer an ACGME-accredited family medicine residency program and a Hospice and Palliative Medicine Fellowship.
How does the program support resident wellness?
Our wellness curriculum includes orientation sessions and ongoing support throughout residency training.
Are housing and meals provided for rotating students?
Yes, we provide free housing and cafeteria access for all medical student rotations.
What clinical experiences are available?
Residents gain experience in obstetrics, hospital medicine, outpatient care, and specialized procedures.
How can I apply for the residency program?
Applications are accepted through ERAS with a December 15 deadline for the following academic year.
Reviews (4)
Elizabeth Keller
Apr 06, 2022
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I was going there for about 2 years. I always got a different doctor. They wouldn't listen to my real problems. They would say a something stupid. I am 63 and I have problems that need fixed not guessing games. And I agree with everybody else, the receptions are cold. I never get a call back.
Trinity Daugherty
Sep 22, 2021
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There extremely negligent and don't care about you or your health! Numerous times I had taken my 1 year old there to be looked at when she was sick, just to be told she's fine and we leave. Everytime that's happened we always had to make an ER visit that night or the next day and the hospital would tell me she has croup or an ear infection where antibiotics or other medications were needed. not to mention they don't fax scripts over when there supposed to and wait till the weekend hits so you're forced to wait until Monday for your own medication. never go here
Lisa Drabic
Apr 08, 2021
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I was apprehensive about starting here when I was referred due to these reviews. Thankful I didn't. The Dr. I was assigned is fantastic. She listens to me, let's me decide what to do with my health. Let's me make decisions about what meds I want to take. Also, let's me explore more "natural" ways of getting your numbers in line through diet and exercise. I'm very thankful for that. Against all these reviews I would highly recommend. You have to take control of your health yourself and let the Dr's guide you. Not the other way around.
Carey Pierce
Jan 01, 2021
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Went to these guys because covid gave my doctor's office the excuse to close early and refuse after hours prescription refills. Love these guys because they listened, gave advice, ran bloodwork and have helped more in one visit than my other doctor did in five years.
