Interview Information / Maps and Itineraries

Applicant Welcome

We are eagerly looking forward to another interview season and to meeting you! Prior to your interview, it is suggested that you review the program information available at this web site including resident data. General information about your interview day, lodging, and directions can be found on the website.

If you have any questions or need special arrangements, please feel free to contact Michele Helwick at (209)576-3526. We will be glad to assist you in any way we can.

Interview Day Begins at 9:30 a.m.
Family Medicine Residency Program Office
Doctors Medical Center
1441 Florida Avenue (1st Floor), Modesto, CA

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Interview Facts

Contact Person:
Michele Helwick
(209) 576-3526
michele.helwick@tenethealth.com

Interview Day Length: 9:30 am - 3:00 pm
Components of Interview Day: Welcome and General Introduction to Interview Day by Residency Director, Tour of Family Medicine Clinic and Doctors Medical Center, Interview with Resident, Interview with a Core Faculty Member, Opportunities to interface with faculty, residents and staff, lunch provided via hospital cafeteria.

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Directions to Modesto

General Information

Parking:
Free spaces are available at the southwest end of the parking area. The directions to the hospital will clarify how to find this parking location. Approximate Travel Times: Sacramento to Modesto = 80 minutes; Stockton to Modesto = 40 minutes; Merced to Modesto = 40 minutes; San Francisco to Modesto: 90 to 120 minutes.

Special Needs:
Prior to your interview day, if you have any special needs or time constraints, please contact Michele Helwick at (209) 576-3526 to discuss potential arrangements.

Directions to Modesto:
Residency Program Office, Doctors Medical Center 1441 Florida Avenue, Modesto, CA See Map Sacramento, Oakland or San Francisco are the closest airports.

Driving Directions:
Take Hwy 99 to Modesto. Exit the Briggsmore/Carpenter Exit, head east, get into extreme right-hand lane immediately. South onto Orangeburg Avenue. Follow Orangeburg for approximately 2.5 miles. You will see Doctors Medical Center to your left, turn left onto Florida Avenue (if you get to McHenry Avenue, you’ve gone too far). Turn left into first driveway and follow to back and park in the designated spaces for the Residency Program. Enter through the “Outpatient Lobby” , come straight back through double doors, first left and we are the last office on the right side. If you get lost, please call us at (209) 576-3526.

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Map to our Facility


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Lodging and Food

Modesto Lodging:
If you are interested in staying with a resident, please call Michele Helwick at (209)576-3526. There are many hotel/motel options in Modesto, especially on Orangeburg corridor.

Modesto Food:
During interview season, there are applicant socials primarily on Thursday evenings. We feel it gives applicants an opportunity to meet with residents on a more informal basis. Please let Michele know if you are interested in attending. There are many places to eat in Modesto varying from inexpensive to upscale.

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Resident Highlights

Photo of Dr. Bushra Jawaid

I wanted to be close to the Bay Area, which is where my husband works, and join a strong Family Medicine program that focused on a multi-cultural population; this program was the perfect combination.

Dr. Bushra Jawaid

Photo of Dr. Abilene Enriquez

During my visits to the program, I got the sense that they exert a big effort to care for their residents' well being. It is very reassuring to know I will always be supported even when the workload gets overwhelming.

Dr. Abilene Enriquez

Photo of Dr. Christie and Daren Garb

The program was very supportive of medical couples, allowing us to schedule our vacation and elective time together.

Dr. Christie and Daren Garb

Photo of Dr. Jason Markland

I found the fact that the residency cares for the underserved, but does it in such a well-equipped and modern hospital, very appealing.

Dr. Jason Markland

Photo of Dr. Kielsel

I liked the fact that the faculty is large and dedicated to practice in the same health system as the Residency. When I joined the faculty after residency, I became a part of one of the largest medical groups in Modesto.

Dr. Erin Kiesel

Photo of Dr. Kou Yang

As a single resident, it is important that the residents and faculty have a lot of camaraderie and support for each other.

Dr. Kou Yang

Photo of Dr. Lance Gault

This residency is strong in Peds and OB, which was very important to me.

Dr. Lance Gault

Photo of Dr. Maria J. LaPlante

I wanted a program which cared for a multi-cultural population, and made an impact on the community.

Dr. Maria J. LaPlante

Photo of Dr. Peter Broderick

Our Residency education is based on Adult Learning Principles, where the resident is placed in a position of responsibility to patients and works with faculty to develop a customized learning plan.

Dr. Peter Broderick

Photo of Residency Group

Our program strives to create a supportive and collaborative environment by encouraging group activities and retreats.

Dr. Kate Kearns

Photo of Dr. Robert Bixler

I like outdoor activities, and having Yosemite and the mountains so close is great for my family.

Dr. Robert Bixler



Feedback

From 2009 Applicants:

"I liked the program very much. It's highly qualified. I went there for a second visit too."

"Enjoyed the interview, very helpful in getting a feel for what the residency would be like."

"Great interview day, with the office staff being extremely accomodating."

"The program was amazing! I am very impressed with the camraderie. The hospital was beautiful."

"Fantastic program! Residents are happy and like a family; supportive staff; great new clinic; hands down, one of the best interview experiences I had."

"I really enjoyed the tour of the city with Dr. Broderick. I felt valued by the program director."