Medical Student Education

We are glad that you are considering the city of Fort Wayne and surrounding region for a portion of your medical student education. We offer a select number of electives for both 3rd and 4th year students. Students who choose Fort Wayne will have the opportunity to work one on one with their assigned preceptors to obtain the most in-depth learning atmosphere possible.

We have a multi-hospital system, which consists of the two hospitals below. For more information regarding these hospitals please refer to the direct links.

Lutheran Hospital of Indiana

Lutheran Downtown Hospital

Preference is given to applicants who meet the following criteria:

Currently in good standing with an accredited/approved medical school.
Passed all USMLE / COMLEX exams and Course Work taken thus far on the first attempt.
For a Family Medicine Audition Rotation - Must meet basic criteria for being granted an interview should you apply to the FWMEP residency program.

We are here to help you with any questions you may have. Please take a moment to check out the opportunities we offer and see if Fort Wayne is the place for you. We look forward to speaking with you soon!

Questions? Call (260) 422-6573

Application Process

Who:

We welcome students from:

ACGME Accredited U.S. Allopathic and Osteopathic Programs
International Medical Schools approved by the Medical Licensing Board of Indiana

When:

Applications must be submitted at least 90 days prior to the start of the requested rotation.
Those selected for a rotation will be notified by email.
The Family Medicine Audition Rotation is only available to current seniors who are applying to FWMEP's residency program and who meet the minimum requirements of the Residency Application Process. This rotation is available from August through December. All applications for this rotation must be received by May 1st.

How:

To Apply:

Fill out the Rotation Request Form completely
Provide explanation of any interruptions or gaps in your medical education
Send a copy of USMLE or COMLEX certified transcript of scores
Send a copy of medical school transcript

Rotation Request Form

Indiana University School of Medicine Junior Clerkship

The Fort Wayne Medical Education Program is an enthusiastic participant in the required third year Family Medicine clerkship for the Indiana University School of Medicine (IUSM). We host 24 students annually, for their Family Medicine clerkship. Housing is furnished for students with primary residence outside of the region.

Past students have consistently rated their Family Medicine experience in Fort Wayne as excellent. FWMEP is consistently one of the highest rated sites out of all of the Family Medicine clerkship sites for IUSM.

Student-preceptor assignments for the Family Medicine clerkship are well thought out with careful consideration to the student’s individual learning style to ensure a good teaching match. The residents’ Thursday afternoon didactics are available for students to attend. Many of these didactics include active learning in hands-on workshops, lectures, and case conferences.

It is a high priority to ensure a meaningful educational experience for IUSM clerks. Additionally, we strive to showcase all that Fort Wayne has to offer for Graduate Medical Education. Many students who rotate with us as third year students on the clerkship, return to enjoy elective rotations at our location as well.

For more information, please call (260) 422-6573.