Internal Medicine Residency Program – Irvine Medical Center About Us Message from the Program Director Our Faculty and Leaders Curriculum How to Apply Our Residents Resident Life FAQs Program Overview Division of General Internal Medicine & Primary Care, Department of Medicine Home Research Research: Clinical Departments Medicine: Home Medicine: Divisions Medicine: General Internal Medicine & Primary Care Medicine: General Internal Medicine & Primary Care > Residency Programs Medicine: General Internal Medicine & Primary Care > Residency Programs > Internal Medicine Residency Program — Irvine Medical Center Medicine: General Internal Medicine & Primary Care > Residency Programs > Internal Medicine Residency Program — Irvine Medical Center > About Us About the Program The UC Irvine Internal Medicine Residency Program at Irvine Medical Center, launching in July 2026, offers a dynamic and forward-thinking training experience built on the foundation of academic excellence at the University of California, Irvine. Based at the brand-new UC Irvine Medical Center in Irvine, the program combines the resources of a major academic institution with the feel of a small, close-knit community. Mentorship Our residents will receive highly personalized mentorship from dedicated faculty committed to their growth as clinicians, scholars and future leaders in medicine. Meet Our Faculty and Leadership Facilities With access to state-of-the-art facilities—including a full-service acute care hospital, advanced outpatient centers and simulation suites—residents will be immersed in diverse clinical experiences that span inpatient, ambulatory and subspecialty care. Curriculum The curriculum emphasizes not only clinical competence but also leadership, health systems science, quality improvement and equity-driven care. As a new program, we are intentionally building a culture of collaboration, curiosity and compassion—providing residents with the support and flexibility to pursue a wide range of career paths, whether in primary care, hospital medicine, subspecialty training, research or medical education. Explore Our Curriculum Mission We are committed to training exceptional physicians through UCI School of Medicine's core principles of Discover, Teach and Heal. Our program emphasizes education and fosters a culture of inquiry and innovation, cultivating skilled clinicians dedicated to teaching the next generation of healthcare professionals. Through compassionate, evidence-based care, our graduates are prepared to serve the communities of Orange County, address healthcare disparities, and lead in an evolving medical landscape. Aligned with UCI's mission, we strive to shape physicians who practice humanistic medicine, push the boundaries of discovery, share knowledge and heal with purpose. Core Values Our core values reflect our commitment to developing well-rounded physicians who deliver equitable care, lead with integrity and thrive personally and professionally. Excellence Humanism Mentorship Diversity & Inclusion Collaboration Innovation Wellness See What's New Instagram @irvineuci_im Connect with Us Our residency program coordinator is here to answer any questions you have. Contact Us