Internal Medicine - Doctors Hospital

Additional Program Information

AMBULATORY CLINIC

As a resident, you’ll train in our dedicated, recently renovated, freestanding ambulatory clinic located on campus. The clinic features seven fully equipped patient examination rooms, designed to support the half-day continuity clinics required by the ACGME throughout your three-year residency. You’ll care for a diverse patient population, giving you exposure to a wide range of socioeconomic backgrounds and medical complexities—an ideal environment for developing strong clinical and diagnostic skills.

A typical day in our clinic includes seeing your own panel of patients under the supervision of board-certified attending physicians. You’ll also participate in a longitudinal lecture series focused on high-yield outpatient topics and engage in interdisciplinary collaboration with a range of healthcare professionals. This structure supports both your clinical development and your ability to provide comprehensive, team-based care.

In addition to the exam rooms, the clinic includes two procedure rooms—one of which is dedicated to osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT), supporting hands-on training for our DO residents and interested MDs. We also offer in-office diabetic retinopathy screening, allowing residents to gain experience with preventive care technology. On-site access to social work, behavioral health, addiction medicine, and eating disorder counseling ensures that you’ll train in a truly integrated care setting, learning how to address the full spectrum of patients’ physical and mental health needs.

ONSITE FELLOWSHIPS

At Doctors Hospital, our residency program is uniquely enriched by the presence of both Cardiology and Pulmonary Critical Care fellowship programs. This collaborative environment offers residents early and consistent exposure to subspecialty training, fostering both professional growth and mentorship.

Our residents work closely alongside fellows, gaining hands-on experience and insights that go beyond standard residency training. Specialty fellows and faculty lead a longitudinal curriculum that deepens clinical knowledge and builds strong foundations for those considering future fellowship opportunities.

Additionally, residents have the opportunity to actively participate in ongoing research and scholarly activity within these fellowships—enhancing their academic portfolio and clinical expertise.

Whether you’re planning to pursue fellowship training or seeking a well-rounded residency experience, Doctors Hospital offers a dynamic, supportive, and forward-thinking environment designed to help you thrive.

OSTEOPATHIC EDUCATION

As the second-largest osteopathically recognized residency training center in the nation, we are committed to delivering exceptional education and support for our osteopathic residents.

At Doctors Hospital Internal Medicine, you’ll be part of a program that prioritizes your growth as an osteopathic physician. Our residents benefit from:

• Dedicated Leadership – With a full-time Program Director of Osteopathic Medicine and a Director of Osteopathic Medicine specifically for Internal Medicine, you’ll have expert guidance every step of the way.
• Hands-On Experience – Regular OMT labs and simulation-based training help you refine your osteopathic manipulative treatment skills in real clinical contexts.
• Osteopathic-Focused Learning – Participate in osteopathic grand rounds and dedicated educational sessions that reinforce the principles and practices of osteopathic medicine.

Join a program that values your osteopathic identity and supports your development into a confident, skilled, and compassionate physician.

COMMUNITY AND CULTURE

Mission: Here at Doctors Hospital Internal Medicine Program, we pledge to strengthen our social accountability to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion. We are committed to fostering an environment that embraces learners of diverse backgrounds and enhances the health equity competency for all our physicians. We recognize that we can best achieve health equity for our patients by a training a diverse workforce and cultivating a diverse mindset.

In 2024, Doctors Hospital launched a collaborative initiative between Family Medicine and Internal Medicine Residencies to establish a new Population Health Clinic. This additional, innovative clinic is designed to meet patients where they are—addressing barriers to care and prioritizing the social determinants of health that impact well-being. The project was honored with an Innovation Award from the Alliance of Independent Academic Medical Centers

We believe that embracing the diversity of our patients, staff, and residents enriches our clinical learning environment. Our program is committed to fostering an inclusive culture where all voices are valued, and where future physicians are empowered to deliver compassionate, equitable care to diverse populations.

RESIDENT WELLNESS

At Doctors Hospital Internal Medicine, we understand that residency is both a rewarding and demanding chapter in your journey as a physician. That’s why we are deeply committed to supporting your well-being every step of the way. 

As a resident, you’ll have access to one-on-one support from our industry leading wellness center with dedicated counselors who focus on your mental and emotional health. You’ll also be able to take advantage of our comprehensive Employee Assistance Program (EAP), which offers additional confidential resources whenever you need them. 

To help you stay grounded and resilient, we host a semi-annual leadership retreat centered on mindfulness, purpose, and passion—designed specifically with the needs of resident physicians in mind.

We actively protect work-life balance and recognize the importance of time to rest and recharge. Wellness half-days, vacation time, and 12 annual free counseling or coaching sessions are just a few of the ways we support your overall well-being throughout your training. 

INNOVATIVE AND RESIDENT-CENTERED DIDACTICS  

Our program offers a dynamic and structured curriculum with protected educational time every day, ensuring consistent focus on learning without interruption. Daily didactics cover high-yield board review, core clinical topics, and case-based learning. Dedicated sessions in OMT, point-of-care ultrasound (POCUS), and simulation are thoughtfully scheduled throughout each month to provide hands-on, practical experience.

Longitudinal Learning That Builds Leaders

Our longitudinal leadership series and wellness curriculum are designed to promote personal development, professional growth, and long-term well-being as a physician.

Engaging, Collaborative Conferences

Our resident-led conferences include daily board prep, case-based presentations, morbidity and mortality, EKG interpretation, and grand rounds. Cardiology fellows assist with EKG conference, and guest speakers from a wide range of specialties regularly enhance the learning experience. Additional longitudinal series in preventive care, quality improvement, and patient safety ensure a well-rounded clinical education.

Hands-On Training in Simulation & POCUS

Train in our on-site, state-of-the-art simulation lab, where you’ll practice procedures and critical scenarios in a realistic and supportive setting. The POCUS curriculum combines monthly didactics, simulation-based learning, and bedside teaching to help you integrate ultrasound into everyday clinical practice.

Mentorship, Research, and Scholarly Growth

Residents benefit from strong faculty mentorship and a collaborative research culture. Whether you’re pursuing a fellowship, academic medicine, or leadership roles, we support your goals through scholarly projects, interdisciplinary collaboration, and individualized guidance.

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS

Q: Why did you choose Doctors Hospital over other residency programs?

A: I had the opportunity to rotate at DH as a medical student and ultimately chose the program due to the strong sense of community, engaged faculty, and commitment to the highest quality patient care. I noticed that every resident and faculty I worked with went out of their way to address patient's social determinants of health needs and create a plan with the patient that addressed their unique barriers to care. These factors, along with the culture of inclusivity and wellness made my decision to choose DH a “No-brainer.”

-Sidney Elston, DO, PGY2

 

Q: How would you describe the work life balance at your program?

A: My wife and I did the Couple's Match, and work-life balance was a huge factor for how we ranked out programs, given that we would both have a resident level schedule, and we also planned to start a family. While OhioHealth has one of the best residency paternal and maternal leave accommodations in the state. In addition, wellness is a constant part of our curriculum, and the program continues to provide tools necessary to prevent burnout!

-Pooya Zardoost, DO, PGY3

 

Q: What are the benefits like at OhioHealth Doctors Hospital

A: We get a very competitive salary that goes up with every year of training, 4 weeks of vacation, and a $2500 per year stipend for educational expenses, books and conference travel. There is free lunch, free parking, wellness resources, and extra days out for conferences.

-Alexander Prouty, DO, PGY3

 

Q: How would you describe the commitment of attending physicians at Doctors Hospital?

A: When selecting a residency program, one of the qualities important to me was faculty commitment to learning. At Doctors, our attendings are dedicated to fostering intellectual curiosity and autonomy of patient care. They are also our biggest advocates for maintaining a healthy work-life balance.

-Mandy Schauer, DO, PGY3