- Our program is a second family to me. As an out of state transplant, I have never once questioned the levels of support and collegiality that we receive here. Our program leadership truly does commit to growing us as excellent physicians while respecting our lives and responsibilities outside of medicine.

 

- I chose Iowa because I believed this program provided the best opportunity for me to become an excellent clinician. The unexpected part was the buy in from the faculty and my peers aligned towards the same goal.

 

- One year in and the strengths of the program that were presented to me during my residency interview still hold true.

 

- Iowa internal medicine is truly a family that does the best to cultivate a culture that welcomes people from all backgrounds and walks of life.

 

- Over the last three years, the Internal Medicine Residency program has taught me so much. The physicians I’ve worked with here in the hospital and clinic are incredible teachers. They’ve shown me what it means to be a good doctor through their compassion, care, and dedication. I’ve also seen real changes in the program over the years, all of which I believe have been for the better. It’s clear that the leadership is working hard to listen to residents, and I’m incredibly grateful for that.

 

- The internal medicine program at the University of Iowa has made me an incredibly well-trained internist. I feel confident in accepting any sort of position as I approach graduation.

 

- The program's leadership genuinely cares about our well-being and success. They consistently advocate for us every day – not just as leaders, but as friends. I chose this program for the people, the lifelong friendships, and the exceptional, top-tier training, and if I had a chance to do it all over again, I would make the same choice 100%.

 

- Interviewing here convinced me this was the place I wanted to be. After being here nearly a year, everything has confirmed that my intuition from the interview was correct. The quality of my learning experience and more importantly the people have exceeded even the best expectations I was looking forward to. I am excited to see myself continue to grow into a physician here at Iowa!

- My training at the University of Iowa was exceptional, equipping me with the skills and confidence to excel in fellowship. The academically comprehensive and supportive environment prepared me for my career aspirations and made me a better doctor overall.

 

- The University of Iowa Internal Medicine program is an absolute gem that provides a comprehensive level of training while supporting its residents in such a wide variety of ways. I came out of residency feeling extremely prepared as a physician due to the wide variety of experiences I was exposed to and the amazing people I met.

 

- As someone who did fellowship at a different institution after my residency, I can say that my years at Iowa were the best years of my training. While the education was unmatched, the people truly made it special.

 

- I can't imagine having gone through any other training program. Residency is hard and being around good people who have your back, but are also incredibly talented, is everything.

 

- During my application process, Iowa seemed to be a program that had little notoriety but was somehow universally respected by every place I interviewed for fellowship. Without a doubt this is a reflection of the culture, cohesiveness, and camaraderie that extends from the department chair down to the interns. Even if you’re not from Iowa, everyone treats you like family. Home is where the Hawkeye is.

 

- I am proud to be an Iowa Internal Medicine residency program alumnus! The people were the best part. I made lifelong friends there. The recruitment process focuses on finding well rounded individuals that get along well with each other. Additionally, the program leadership is exceptional. This trickles down to the trainees and makes you want to do better every day on the wards.

 

- The University of Iowa program provided me with a strong foundation that I continue to use as I complete my second fellowship. My exposure to a diverse set of experiences prepared me well to tackle any challenge in my career. I feel confident that I can take my career in any direction by using the skills I developed during my time at Iowa.

- The thing I am most proud of the people. The residents and leadership team truly care about each other and support one another. The residency program provides a supportive environment and encourages a growth mindset.

 

- The University of Iowa IM residency program is a fantastic place to continue your medical education journey. It is a collegial and welcoming place that will treat you like family. It is an academically rigorous place where you will work with some of the best minds in medicine. Finally, it is a place that will set you up for success in your future career in medicine, whatever or wherever that may be.

 

- Iowa IM is best training program in the Midwest! The challenge, rigor, and opportunities at Iowa are of the highest level, while also being a place where residents are valued, supported, and nurtured to become the best physicians they can be.

 

- The University of Iowa Internal Medicine residency program is the most collegial, family-like program I have seen through my work at multiple institutions.