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Unique Opportunities

The Bluff City’s Emergency Medicine Residency

Welcome to Memphis—home of the blues, BBQ, and some of the toughest, most rewarding emergency medicine training you’ll find anywhere! The University of Tennessee Health Science Center (UTHSC) Emergency Medicine Residency Program is here to turn hard-working, driven residents into top-tier emergency physicians, ready to handle any case, anywhere, anytime.

Unique Educational Opportunities

  • Level 1 Trauma Center – Residents train at Regional One Health, a Level 1 trauma center in Memphis, providing high-volume and high-acuity exposure, including penetrating trauma cases.
  • High Patient Volume – The emergency department sees a high volume of patients, providing exposure to a wide variety of cases, including rare pathologies and critically ill patients.
  • Simulation Training – The program integrates high-fidelity simulation training, allowing residents to practice complex procedures and critical care scenarios in a controlled world-class environment.
  • Unique Pathology – Given the population served, residents gain experience with a broad spectrum of diseases, including tropical and travel medicine cases.
  • Mentorship & Research Opportunities – The program emphasizes mentorship and research, allowing residents to work on academic projects and publications.
  • Strong Alumni Network – Graduates of the program work in a variety of settings across the country, including academic institutions, community hospitals, and leadership positions in emergency medicine.