Academics
The didactic program of the family medicine residency is extensive and varied, utilizing many different teaching and learning methods.
Our program is affiliated with the Michigan State University College of Osteopathic Medicine and the Michigan State University College of Human Medicine and a member of the Graduate Medical Education Alliance (GMEA) formerly known as Statewide Campus System.
Residents also have the opportunity to participate in research projects. Past residents and faculty research has included efficacy of simulation for ACLS performance, marijuana use in pregnancy, and the introduction of CPAP with our partner institution Chogoria PCEA Hospital in Kenya.
Weekly Didactics
With the start of the 2026 academic year, our didactics program has received a fresh new look to address how adult learners best learn. We now offer one-hour recorded lectures once a week, one-hour hybrid sessions twice per week during lunch, and a four-hour block two Wednesdays per month focusing on hands-on techniques like POCUS and OMM. These cover the breadth of family medicine and also include:
- Evidence-based medicine
- EKG review
- Case presentations
- OB case conference
- Dermatology
- Osteopathic manipulative medicine
Resident Development Weeks
Resident Development Weeks, a unique aspect to the program, consist of four weeks per year utilized for special learning opportunities. During these weeks, residents do not have rotational assignments. Therefore, they can devote extended periods of time to planned workshops, seminars, and community visitation activities.
Graduate Medical Education Alliance
The Graduate Medical Education Alliance (GMEA) is an OPTI (Osteopathic Postdoctoral Training Institution) that enhances the quality of postdoctoral education through collective efforts by 42 hospital and academic members. The GMEA of MSUCOM provides educational programs and opportunities for osteopathic, as well as allopathic residents and fellows, in Michigan.
About once a month, our residents travel as a group to Lansing for a 1-2 day specialized course. Courses include:
- Advanced Life Support in Obstetrics
- Business and Legal Considerations
- Dermatology
- Orthopaedics and Sports Medicine
- Osteopathic Manipulation
- Women’s Health
- Point of Care Ultrasound (POCUS)
While this monthly conference is hosted by the College of Osteopathic Medicine, Munson Family Medicine is unique in that we send both our osteopathic and allopathic residents to this conference.
Aside from the excellent learning opportunities, these road trips give our residents a great opportunity to build camaraderie and catch up with one another.