Transitional Year Residency

What makes the TY Residency program so special?

"The TY program is special because it is a mix of medicine and surgery experiences, so residents get to experience the full range and breadth of the hospital’s services. It’s in the beautiful city of Asheville and serves a wide area, providing residents with plenty of unique opportunities—from seeing different kinds of patients to exploring the mountains of Western North Carolina."
— Taylor Robinson, Class of 2024

Would you choose the MAHEC TY Residency Program all over again?

"Yes, absolutely. My time at MAHEC has been an amazing experience so far. I have enjoyed the opportunity to provide care to Asheville and WNC, and, more importantly, I have met some incredible people during my time here and made lifelong friends among my co-residents. I would pick MAHEC again 10/10 times."
— Kevin “James” Reger, Class of 2024

"I would do the MAHEC TY all over again. The MAHEC residents are amazing and fun people to be around and work with, and the educational opportunities are excellent!"
— Taylor Robinson, Class of 2024

What makes MAHEC a great place to practice medicine?

"MAHEC has been an incredible place to start my residency training. Dr. Hicks and Dr. Poulton have been a huge component of making this program so wonderful. From the unique clinical rotations to planned social events to a well-balanced schedule and food stipends, they have designed this program with the intention of supporting our learning and wellness. The attendings I have worked with have all been incredibly kind and patient and have helped ease my transition from medical school to residency. Additionally, MAHEC attracts simply the nicest and most fun group of residents. In the few months we have known each other, we have already grown very close and I feel like I have created friendships for life. I am so lucky to have this opportunity to live in Asheville and serve the WNC community for this year and I would choose MAHEC again every time."
— Amanda “Bronte” Balon, Class of 2024

What kind of relationship do the faculty have with the residents?

"The faculty at MAHEC have been fantastic to work with! They’re so supportive and go out of their way to help us and make the transition to residency so much easier. From the program director on down, I’ve always felt completely supported."
— Ian Bennie, Class of 2024

"Faculty and residents work together to create an inclusive environment conducive to learning. The faculty is incredibly approachable and interested in working with residents to improve the program and provide support when needed."
— Taylor Robinson, Class of 2024

Does MAHEC qualify for Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF)?

"Yes absolutely. MAHEC is a non-profit organization."
— Ginger Poulton, Assistant Program Director