Can anyone offer info on Loma Linda and UC Irvine? I'm trying to get opinions such as pros/cons, the "fit" or "feel" of each program, anything unique to each program, if residents usually fill a certain career niche once they've completed training, etc. Basically, anything besides the facts that I can find on the FREIDA website, program websites, and other sites. Thanks a lot for any input you can offer!
I graduated from the MD/MBA program at Univ. of Rochester and have just started my intern year at Loma Linda.
The feel of this program is easy going and resident-friendly. The residents I've met, both in my class and the upper levels, seem laid back, intelligent, and down-to-earth.
We rotate at both Loma Linda U (60%) and Riverside County Regional Medical Center (40%). This is great b/c U get the county experience combined with the academic vibe. Loma Linda also has a strong Peds EM, International EM, and EMS experience.
The main thing that sold me on this place was the leadership of the program. I felt like the PD and the APD really cared about EM residents well being and career. For example, one of their expectations is to define our 6 month, 1 yr, and 5 yr career goals.
So far, the downside I've encountered is the software system for charting and ordering at Loma Linda. When I rotated at OHSU, I thought EmSTAT was great for improving patient flow and for CPOE (computerized physician order entry), and think it'd be helpful to change our software system.
Also, here are two websites with info from senior residents that you might find helpful about Loma Linda's EM program:
http://www.nemsin.org/interview schools/Loma Linda REsident Interview.htm
http://www.scutwork.com/cgi-bin/links/review.cgi?ID=1197&d=1
Feel free to PM me if you have any more questions.
