Program Highlights and/or Unique Curriculum Components:
LLoma Linda University Medical Center-Murrieta Family Medicine Program embodies and embraces the uniqueness of the community that it serves. We are a small community hospital with the resources of a university based system. As an unopposed family medicine program family medicine residents are first line in the care of all patients across all rotations and services providing many opportunities in OB, procedures, behavioral medicine, critical care medicine, etc. Residents are provided with the opportunity to care patients from all walks of life in various clinical settings including the resident continuity clinic, hospital, and multiple community venues. We appreciate the challenges found in healthcare today and provide much needed service to the community through our FM Resident Continuity Clinic at our FQHC- SAC Health. Our FQHC provided comprehensive care in adult medicine, pediatrics, obstetrics, and behavioral medicine. Our faculty include and onsite therapist and psychologist. The residents' education and training are a priority while providing an environment of inclusiveness and support. Because this program is community based, residents also learn the differences in the management of various healthcare systems in both the private and public sector, while learning the basics of running a clinical practice. We invite you to visit us through our websi
Faculty Composition:
Spouse/Family Opportunities:
Murrieta and the surrounding communities are perfect for raising a family. Relative to other southern California regions, housing is reasonable and communities have some of the lowest crime rates. The community boasts family oriented communities which continue to grow enriched community centers and parks. Schools are highly rated in both the public and private sector. There is also ample opportunity for employment for family members through the various corporations and businesses in the area.
Program Emphasis:
Behavioral Medicine
Chronic Disease Management
Community Medicine
Geriatrics
HIV Care
Inpatient Medicine
LGBTQ+
Procedures
Reproductive Health
Safety Net Medicine
Sports Medicine
Special Electives or Rotations:
Program Name:
Loma Linda University Medical Center-Murrieta Family Medicine Program
Program Director:
Martha L. Melendez, MD
Program Coordinator:
Renee Sayegh
Address:
28062 Baxter Road, Murrieta, Ca 92563
Phone Number:
(951) 290-4168
Total # of Residents: 36
Number of PGY-1 Slots: 12