About the Residency Program

Located in the heart of Oakland, California, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center stands as a beacon of progress, innovation, and patient-centered care. As a pivotal institution in the Bay Area, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center has established itself as a leading force in community health.

The Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Internal Medicine Residency Program is a dynamic learning hub, focused on nurturing the next generation of physicians, equipping them with the skills, compassion, and knowledge needed to deliver exceptional care.

Alta Bates Summit Medical Center—Excellence in Healthcare

Alta Bates offers a comprehensive range of healthcare services. Serving a diverse community in Oakland and beyond, our center is consistently recognized for its commitment to safety, quality, and clinical excellence.

Being part of the dynamic city of Oakland, our center is strategically placed to address the unique health challenges and needs of the community, thereby shaping our residents into well-rounded, empathetic, and competent physicians.

Inclusion with Sutter Health

Proudly being a part of the renowned Sutter Health integrated network of care, Alta Bates Summit Medical Center leverages the collective expertise and resources of this award-winning system. With close to three million patients benefiting from seamless care across the Bay Area and Sacramento Valley, our residency program is backed by a legacy of excellence.

Sutter Health’s long-standing commitment to graduate medical education, coupled with its institutional accreditation through the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME), ensures that the residency programs at Alta Bates stand shoulder-to-shoulder with the best in the country.

Internal Medicine Residency Program

Rooted in a tradition of clinical excellence, the Alta Bates Summit Medical Center - Internal Medicine Residency program is designed to shape medical practitioners who are compassionate, competent, and driven by curiosity. Our residents train under the guidance of esteemed board-certified physicians, who not only impart clinical wisdom but also mentor them to be lifelong learners and compassionate caregivers.

Recognizing the evolving landscape of healthcare, our program offers residents the opportunity to delve deep into the myriad subspecialties of internal medicine while also ensuring a solid foundation in general internal medicine.

In line with the Sutter Health vision, we emphasize a patient-centered, team-based approach, ensuring our residents are well-prepared to become leading physicians, insightful scientists, and influential healthcare leaders. Our commitment is to foster a diverse and inclusive environment, where every resident can achieve their fullest potential.

Shape Your Medical Journey with Us

At Alta Bates Summit Medical Center, we don’t just train doctors; we shape the future of healthcare. Join us on this transformative journey.