Family Medicine Residency Program — Wilmington
Develop the skills and confidence to care for any community
The family medicine residency program at Novant Health New Hanover Regional Medical Center (NHRMC) is dedicated to training the next generation of compassionate, community‑driven family physicians. Based in the vibrant coastal city of Wilmington, NC, our program blends academic excellence with the support of a mission‑focused healthcare system committed to improving the health of the communities we serve. We offer a unique experience with small class sizes to allow for more individual support, access to procedures, and guidance through your resident journey.
We’re all about impact, health equity, access and leadership. Whether you’re drawn to urban or rural medicine, we prepare you to meet your community’s needs, head-on.
See our residency program in action
"It's a very well-rounded program. There's a lot of opportunities for growth for residents and a lot of support from our faculty."
Watch our three-minute video to hear from the New Hanover Regional Medical Center family medicine residency program leadership and current residents, and to get a glimpse of living and working in beautiful Wilmington.
Residency snapshot
Program vision
The family medicine residency program is dedicated to developing skilled, compassionate physicians ready to serve diverse communities. Our curriculum blends academic excellence with hands-on clinical experience in diverse settings, guided by dedicated faculty mentors. Residents develop strong clinical skills, leadership abilities and a deep commitment to health equity and access to care. Graduates leave confident in their ability to deliver comprehensive, compassionate care and meet the evolving needs of the communities they serve.
A community built for learning & support
Join a supportive community where residents, faculty and staff are committed to your success. Through mentorship, collaboration and hands-on experience, you’ll grow as a physician while building meaningful connections with the patients and communities you serve.
I went to UNC Wilmington for undergrad and I've been trying to make my way back to Wilmington ever since! I like that it's close to my family in NC, and a few of my friends still live in the area.Maia Cancro, DO, Family Medicine Resident, PGY-1
As a rural track resident, I get to experience the best of both worlds: comprehensive inpatient training in Wilmington and meaningful connection-building in Burgaw. The mix of excellent clinical education and community training involvement has made my residency experience especially rewarding.Courtney Caruthers, MD, Family Medicine Resident - Rural, PGY-2
Everyone was extremely kind and welcoming! It is the optimal program because of the robust curriculum that will prepare you to be a full-scope family medicine doctor, while being in a smaller community setting that is very supportive. I also think Wilmington is an amazing place to do residency!Laken O'Quinn, MD, Family Medicine Resident, PGY-2
I chose Wilmington because it has a great balance of community, nature, and opportunity. The best part is being close to the water and surrounded by people who genuinely care about what they do.Sujin Seo, DO, Family Medicine Resident, PGY-2
I chose this program because of how wonderful my experience here was during my fourth-year medical student rotation. Everyone was so warm and welcoming; I felt that the residents and faculty were deeply invested in my learning. I knew this would be the perfect place to learn and grow as a resident.Danielle St. Hilaire, DO, Family Medicine Resident, PGY-1
I was looking for outstanding clinical training, meaningful connection to community, opportunities to care for diverse patient populations and a culture where I can be my authentic self and maintain a healthy work/life balance. From the moment I joined, I've known my family and I can flourish here.Dario Vanegas, MD, Family Medicine Resident, PGY-2
Connect with the program
Join us on Instagram for a behind-the-scenes look at our Family Medicine program, residents, faculty and daily life. See what it’s like to live and train with us in coastal Wilmington.
Contact & support
For questions, email Program Administrator Heather Hawkins at Heather.Hawkins@NovantHealth.org.
Administrative Office Address
Family Medicine Residency Program
2523 Delaney Avenue
Wilmington, NC 28403