Program Director's Message

Program Director's Message

Dear Applicant, 

Thank you for considering the Transitional Year Residency Program at DMC/Sinai-Grace Hospital.  Our program offers a well-rounded experience which will assist you in developing a strong foundation of clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning, and professionalism which you can build upon in your advanced training program.  

We are proud of our commitment to medical education and offer our Transitional Year residents hands-on training in a productive, well-balanced learning environment. Wellness is a top priority, and our program is designed to prioritize an excellent educational and clinical experience while supporting a healthy working atmosphere. 

DMC/Sinai-Grace Hospital Transitional Year Residency Program offers a strong foundation for aspiring subspecialists. Here are some key training highlights for our program.  

•Focus on future subspecialists: The program is designed to equip residents with the essential skills needed to succeed in advanced residency training for a subspecialty. 

•Strong clinical foundation: The curriculum emphasizes developing clinical knowledge, clinical reasoning, and professionalism. 

•Diverse training experience: Residents can expect exposure to a variety of clinical settings during the year.

•Supportive learning environment: The program prioritizes a balance between education, clinical experience, and resident well-being. 

If you are and are looking for a program that provides a strong foundation and supportive environment, then the DMC/Sinai-Grace Hospital Transitional year program will be a good fit for you 

Sincerely, 

Ahmed Chaudhary, MD, FACP  

Program Director, Transitional Medicine  

Clinical Associate Professor of Medicine  

DMC/Sinai-Grace Hospital

Michigan State University

Email: Achaudha@DMC.org