Business Details
50+ Years
experience
Training Compassionate Physicians for Rural Communities
Maine-Dartmouth Family Medicine Residency has been dedicated to shaping compassionate and skilled physicians since 1973. Our mission focuses on educating future healthcare leaders while prioritizing equitable care for underserved rural communities. We foster a learning environment that balances scientific rigor with humanistic patient care, emphasizing teamwork, personal well-being, and cultural openness. Our programs integrate clinical excellence with community engagement, preparing physicians to address diverse healthcare needs across Maine. With decades of experience, we maintain a commitment to innovation in medical education and service to the broader community.Our faculty and staff bring extensive expertise in family medicine, geriatrics, sports medicine, and osteopathic manipulative medicine. We emphasize hands-on training through residency programs that combine academic rigor with real-world practice. Our graduates consistently demonstrate exceptional clinical competence and dedication to patient-centered care. We actively promote diversity and inclusion within our training programs and community partnerships. Through continuous improvement and adaptation, we remain a trusted institution for medical education in northern New England.
Services
Family Medicine Residency
Sports Medicine Fellowship
ONMM Residency
Geriatric Medicine Fellowship
Medical Student Education
Details
- Year established: 1973
Highlights and features
- We specialize in rural healthcare training since 1973
- Our curriculum integrates community engagement with clinical excellence
- We emphasize holistic patient care and cultural competence
- Our graduates demonstrate exceptional clinical and interpersonal skills
- We maintain strong partnerships with rural healthcare providers
Services
Family Medicine Residency
Our three-year residency program develops comprehensive family medicine skills through clinical rotations and community-based practice. Residents gain experience in obstetrics, pediatrics, and chronic disease management while learning to address social determinants of health. The program emphasizes preventive care and long-term patient relationships.
Sports Medicine Fellowship
This one-year fellowship provides advanced training in sports medicine through clinical practice and research opportunities. Fellows work with diverse patient populations including professional athletes and active military personnel. The program emphasizes injury prevention, rehabilitation, and performance optimization using evidence-based approaches.
ONMM Residency
Our Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine residency combines traditional medical training with osteopathic manipulative treatment techniques. Residents learn to diagnose and treat musculoskeletal conditions while developing skills in holistic patient assessment. The program emphasizes non-invasive treatment approaches and whole-body wellness.
Geriatric Medicine Fellowship
This one-year fellowship focuses on comprehensive care for older adults through interdisciplinary training and community outreach. Fellows develop expertise in managing complex geriatric syndromes and coordinating care across multiple settings. The program emphasizes patient-centered approaches to dementia care and end-of-life issues.
Medical Student Education
We provide hands-on clinical training for medical students through rotations in family medicine and specialty areas. Our program emphasizes practical skills development in both hospital and outpatient settings. Students work directly with faculty mentors to develop diagnostic reasoning and patient communication skills.
People
Amy Perkins
Human Resources & Finance Administrator
Amy Perkins manages HR and finance operations with 15+ years of healthcare administration experience. She holds MBA and professional HR certifications while overseeing staff development and organizational logistics.
Questions
What residency programs do you offer?
We offer Family Medicine Residency, Sports Medicine Fellowship, ONMM Residency, and Geriatric Medicine Fellowship programs.
How do I apply for residency positions?
Applications are accepted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) for all our training programs.
Do you provide training for medical students?
Yes, we offer clinical rotations and educational opportunities for medical students through our Medical Student Education program.
What makes your program unique?
Our focus on rural healthcare, community-based learning, and holistic patient care distinguishes our training approach.
How do you support resident well-being?
We provide structured wellness programs, peer support networks, and flexible scheduling to maintain work-life balance.
Are there research opportunities available?
Residents participate in scholarly projects with mentorship across various clinical and community health topics.
