Scholarly activity
The Novant Health family medicine residency program in Charlotte encourages scholarship and leadership among both residents and faculty.
Highlights
Research requirements
Per ACGME common program requirements, our program encourages you to participate in scholarly activity through measures like:
- Curriculum designed to advance your knowledge of the basic principles of research, including how research is conducted, evaluated, explained to patients and applied to patient care.
- Educational resources dedicated to facilitating your involvement in scholarly activities.
Community outreach
Look for the Novant Health Charlotte family medicine program in aubergine shirts at community events.
Ways you'll be able to serve our community as a resident in our program include:
- Serving at the local free clinic during evening hours (in addition to some of your daytime rotation hours)
- Participating in school and sports physical events on Saturdays in the summer and fall
- Serving as the football sideline physician for a local high school team for all home games during the fall
- Participation at Novant Health sponsored community events, such as sporting, racing and the Charlotte Thanksgiving parade
Explore our curriculum
You’ll gain diverse clinical experience across inpatient, outpatient and subspecialty settings — guided by people who love to teach and are invested in your growth. Visit our curriculum page to learn more and to explore our conference schedule.
I did a fourth-year rotation with the program and loved every minute! Faculty and residents were caring and made me feel like a valued member of the team. Everyone was very involved in making sure I had ample learning opportunities, and they made me feel comfortable when asking questions.Abrianna Beever, DO, Family Medicine Resident, PGY-1
I felt at home in this community during my rotation. What stood out is the opportunity to explore my interests in osteopathic manipulative medicine and integrative medicine. I was confident that this program would offer the training and guidance needed to reach my career goals.Jamie Crews, DO, Family Medicine Resident, PGY-2
I like the emphasis on outpatient medicine, amazing community programs and the family environment endorsed by the residents. I was met with a warm welcome, witnessed firsthand a sense of community between the residents and faculty. Dr. Higdon is passionate about teaching and resident wellness.Areej Hasmi, DO, Family Medicine Resident, PGY-2
Novant Health's commitment to advocacy and community-centered care aligns with my passions in medicine. The faculty and program provide the ideal supportive and collaborative environment that fosters learning over competition. I value being encouraged to reach my full potential.Bhumi Patel, DO, Family Medicine Resident, PGY-1
I was blown away during my rotation. Residents are genuinely happy; everyone I met is kind and welcoming. They don’t just “talk the talk”: they get it right in resident wellness and a supportive environment. Faculty/attending mentorship in outpatient care will shape me into an exceptional physician.Gerardo Perez, DO, Family Medicine Resident, PGY-3
During my interview I connected with the program’s culture and resident well-being. I experienced the family-like atmosphere among residents, faculty and staff during my in-person visit. I knew this was the place I would want to call home for the next three years.Lauren Summers, MD, Family Medicine Resident, PGY-3
Contact & support
Email Program Coordinator Cynthia Profera, AAS, C-TAGME at NHFMRP@NovantHealth.org or call 704-316-1847.
Administrative Office Address
Family Medicine Residency Program
19485 Old Jetton Road, Suite 200
Cornelius, NC 28031