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Eligibility & Application

Home 9 Graduate Medical Education 9 Family Medicine Residency Program 9 Eligibility & Application

Eligibility

Medical School

Eligible applicants must be graduates from medical schools accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA).

International Medical Graduates must be from a medical school listed in the World Directory of Medical Schools published by the World Health Organization; and must hold a current, valid certificate from the Educational Commission on Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG).

USMLE/COMLEX Reports

Applicants must have passed Steps 1 and 2 of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) or COMLEX equivalent preferably at the first attempt.

Clinical Experience

International medical graduates must demonstrate substantial US clinical experience, evidenced by supportive letters of recommendation from a verifiable source.

Graduate Medical Education

Family Medicine Residency

    Visa Status

    We accept J-1 Visas only.

    Non-Discrimination

    The Prime South Consortium does not discriminate regarding gender, race, age, religion, color, national origin, ancestry, disability, veteran status, marital status, familial status, pregnancy, or sexual orientation.

    Application Process

    Application packets for the 2026-2027 academic year are to be sent to KMC-GME-FM@primehealthcare.com for consideration.

    The application packet must include:

    • Personal Statement

    • CV

    • Medical School Transcripts and Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE) if applicable

    • Three letters of recommendation

    • USMLE and/or COMLEX transcripts

    • ECFMG Status Report for Internal Medical Graduates applicants

    • Details of the visa status for International Applicants

    • Applicants with previous residency experience should submit a letter from the previous program director

    Candidates selected for an interview will be notified by email to the applicant’s email address as indicated on their CV. Additional information, including an interview-day itinerary, will be provided. Interviews for this season will be held virtually.

    Contact Us

    For general information or questions on our program, please call the Family Medicine Program Manager at (956) 825.3761 or email KMC-GME-FM@primehealthcare.com.