Why Choose the Preliminary Year at GBMC?
The Preliminary Year at GBMC is one of the most sought-after programs in the region, attracting graduates from leading medical schools such as Johns Hopkins and the University of Maryland, as well as those pursuing specialty residencies at these institutions.
What makes GBMC stand out?
- Exceptional Training Environment: Supportive faculty, excellent ancillary services, and a balanced workload create the ideal setting to grow as a physician.
- Bread-and-Butter Medicine: Our diverse mix of common pathology provides the perfect foundation for future specialists to gain confidence managing a wide range of conditions.
- Unmatched Elective Flexibility: With 17 weeks of elective time, you have the freedom to tailor your experience to your interests and career goals.
- Diverse Patient Population: Conveniently located at the intersection of Baltimore’s beltway and a major north–south highway, GBMC serves patients from downtown Baltimore, surrounding suburbs, and rural Pennsylvania.
Benefits that make a difference:
- Complimentary continental breakfast and on-call meal stipend
- Free covered parking with tunneled access to the hospital (a rarity in Baltimore!)
- Robust electronic resources, including UpToDate
- A brand-new, full-service medical library
- Competitive stipends that reflect GBMC’s commitment to being a workplace of choice
A Unique Academic Approach
At GBMC, most patients are cared for directly by Health Partners faculty, ensuring residents experience a seamless integration of teaching and patient care—without the burden of fragmented physician coordination.
At GBMC, you’ll find a program that combines the strengths of an academic environment with the supportive culture of a community hospital. Our goal is to give you the skills, flexibility, and confidence to thrive in your specialty of choice.