Program Overview
The Southern Hills Hospital & Medical Center Family Medicine Residency Program is an ACGME-accredited 8-8-8 program established in 2017 with a mission to train compassionate, competent and community-minded family physicians. Based in vibrant Las Vegas, Nevada, we are deeply committed to addressing the healthcare needs of our diverse and growing community.
Our program offers a dynamic and supportive learning environment where residents receive comprehensive training across all areas of family medicine. With a class size of eight residents per year, we provide a close-knit atmosphere that fosters strong mentorship, individualized learning, and a team-based approach to patient care.
Our continuity clinic is based at Nevada Health Centers, a Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that provides high-quality care to underserved populations across the state. This partnership allows residents to develop strong, longitudinal relationships with patients while gaining valuable experience in community health and advocacy.
Wellness and community outreach are cornerstones of our program culture. We believe that physician well-being is essential to excellent patient care, and we actively promote work-life balance through dedicated wellness initiatives and a supportive learning environment. Equally important is our commitment to giving back – our residents regularly participate in community outreach events and local partnerships that promote health equity throughout Las Vegas.
We are proud of our program growth since its inception and remain passionate about developing future leaders in primary care who are equipped to make a lasting impact – both locally and beyond.
Mission statement
The Family Medicine Program’s mission is to develop the next generation of physicians and physician leaders. As a part of HCA Healthcare, we are driven by a single mission: Above all else, we are committed to the care and improvement of human life.
This program is designed to offer residents a rewarding, educational environment where residents are provided individualized learning opportunities by faculty and staff who support and sustain one another throughout quality care delivery. Our faculty are committed to ensuring the residents clinical experience and educational needs are fulfilled while expanding residents’ perspectives to be inclusive of cultures, values and ideals.
Program Details
PGY-1 Positions
Applications will be accepted only through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service) and participation in the NRMP (National Resident Match Program). We require the following documents from each applicant via ERAS:
- ERAS Application
- Personal Statement
- Curriculum Vitae
- Minimum of 3 letters of recommendation, including one from family medicine
- Medical School Transcript
- MSPE/Dean’s Letter
- USMLE/COMLEX transcript for Steps/Levels 1 & 2
- Photograph
Curriculum and rotation schedule
Longitudinal curricula across the 3 years include:
| PGY1 | PGY2 | PGY3 | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Adult Inpatient | 10 weeks | 10 weeks | 4 weeks |
| Night Float | 6 weeks | 4 weeks | 4 weeks |
| ICU | 4 weeks | 4 weeks | |
| Cardiology | 4 weeks | ||
| Emergency Medicine | 4 weeks | 4 weeks | |
| Pediatric Outpatient | 4 weeks | 4 weeks | |
| Pediatric Inpatient | 4 weeks | ||
| Pediatric EM | 4 weeks | ||
| Newborn/NICU | 4 weeks | ||
| Obstetrics | 4 weeks | 4 weeks | |
| Gynecology | 4 weeks | ||
| Surgery | 4 weeks | ||
| Geriatrics | 4 weeks | 4 weeks | |
| Addiction Medicine | 2 weeks | ||
| Psychiatry | 2 weeks | ||
| Family Medicine Practice | 2 weeks | 8 weeks | |
| Practice Management | 4 weeks | ||
| Community Medicine | 2 weeks | ||
| Orthopedics/Sports Med | 4 weeks | 4 weeks | |
| Radiology | 2 weeks | ||
| Dermatology | 2 weeks | ||
| Surgical Subspecialties | 6 weeks | ||
| Electives | 4 weeks | 12 weeks |
Resident benefits
PGY-1
Salary $61,942
PGY-2
Salary $64,106
PGY-3
Salary $66,352
Paid time off per academic year:
7/1 – 6/30
- 20 PTO days
- 5 Conference Days
- Step 3 Reimbursement (upon successfully passing)
Family Medicine Eligibility Requirements
Applicants will be considered on an individual basis; however, the following requirements must be met:
- U.S. citizens or individuals with permanent resident status (green card); we do not sponsor visas.
- Applicants must successfully complete USMLE Step 1 or COMLEX Level 1 before an interview offer can be extended.
- Step 2CK, Step 2CS or COMLEX Level 2CE and Level 2PE must be successfully completed prior to ranking.
- Any breaks in education or work history must be explained.
- Applicants must be eligible for a residency training license in the State of Nevada.
- Applicants not meeting the above criteria will be reviewed for individual merit.
- Applicants must be processed through a mandatory background check.