Program Mission & Aims

The º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ of Medicine Community Pediatric Residency Training Program is committed to
training excellent clinical pediatricians with an expertise in community-based health delivery and advocacy,
aimed at promoting lifelong health habits that decrease health disparities in poor, rural, racial, and
economically disadvantaged populations.

The Community Pediatric Residency Program at the º¬Ð߲ݴ«Ã½ of Medicine exists to...

Program Aim 1

To prepare pediatricians who are committed to the highest level of patient care for all populations of children, adolescents, and young adults.

Program Aim 2

To produce board certified physician leaders who will realize a successful career serving the medically underserved children in the state of Georgia.

Program Aim 3

To recruit and train physician leaders who appreciate the impact of the social determinants of health.