Are you ready to make a difference? If you are –  

  • Mission-driven, community-focused, and culturally competent
    You are passionate about access to medical care, and serving a variety of populations. You thrive in community-focused settings, value a holistic approach and continuity of care, and embrace cultural and linguistic differences as a strength.

  • Collaborative, compassionate, and resilient
    You flourish in a small, hands-on learning environment with just two residents per class, enjoy interdisciplinary teamwork, and are committed to addressing social drivers while actively learning about resources and developing service projects with an interdisciplinary and dynamic team.
  • Future-oriented leaders in family medicine
    You aspire to make a long-term impact—as a family physician, educator, or health and wellness leader you are passionate about building healthier communities and advancing the field of Family Medicine.

At La Maestra Family Medicine Program Residency, you will train in the heart of San Diego, California, serving a vibrant, urban population where every patient has a story. Our program prepares you to care for patients with limited access to health and wellness resources and numerous complex conditions. At La Maestra residents gain an in-depth understanding of the social and cultural factors that shape their patients’ overall health and wellness outcomes. Join us to start your career as a skilled, compassionate physician and help build healthier, stronger communities, one patient at a time.