Specialty Tracks
University of Wyoming Family Medicine Residency – Casper
Our residency program offers several specialty tracks designed to provide focused training in areas of interest while maintaining the core principles of full-spectrum family medicine. These tracks allow residents to deepen their expertise and prepare for diverse career paths in both rural and urban settings.
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Family Medicine Obstetrics Track
Focus:
Advanced training in obstetrics, prenatal care, and surgical obstetrics.
Curriculum Highlights:
- Increased time on labor and delivery units
- Advanced obstetrical procedures and fetal monitoring
- High-risk pregnancy management
- Cesarean section call and scheduled surgical deliveries
- OB Journal Club and case reviews
- Mentorship opportunities for interns in obstetric care
Outcomes:
Graduates have successfully pursued careers in surgical obstetrics and completed OB fellowships.
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Emergency Medicine Track
Focus:
Enhanced preparation for managing acute and critical illnesses in emergency and urgent care settings, especially in rural or underserved areas.
Curriculum Highlights:
- Rotations in emergency departments, ICU, and trauma care
- Advanced airway management and procedural skills (e.g., intubation, central lines)
- Emergency pharmacology and rapid stabilization techniques
Outcomes:
Graduates have gone on to practice in emergency departments and urgent care centers, with some pursuing emergency medicine fellowships.
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Hospitalist Track
Focus:
Specialized training in inpatient medicine, focusing on the care of complex hospitalized patients and efficient hospital system navigation.
Curriculum Highlights:
- Rotations in internal medicine wards and intensive care units
- Consultation services and discharge planning
- Hospital-based quality improvement initiatives
Outcomes:
Many graduates are currently practicing as hospitalists in diverse healthcare settings.
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Geriatric Track
Focus:
Comprehensive training in the care of older adults with complex medical, functional, and psychosocial needs.
Curriculum Highlights:
- Rotations in geriatric clinics, nursing homes, and palliative care
- Home visits and functional assessments
- Interdisciplinary care guided by board-certified geriatricians
Outcomes:
Graduates have pursued careers in geriatric and palliative care, contributing to improved quality of life for aging populations.
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Rural & Underserved Global Health Track
Focus:
Preparation for practice in rural and resource-limited settings, both domestically and internationally, with an emphasis on healthcare equity and cultural competence.
Curriculum Highlights:
- Extended rural rotations and global health electives
- Community health projects and telemedicine
- Training in social determinants of health and policy advocacy
Outcomes:
Graduates have served in underserved communities across the U.S. and abroad, addressing healthcare disparities and improving access to care.