It is located within a 5-minute drive from the University and Memorial campuses. The clinic serves as a training site for both residents and medical students. The Worcester VA Clinic provides comprehensive outpatient care for veterans. It is situated in a modern facility 5 minutes from UMass Memorial Medical Center. On-site services include radiology, laboratory, physical therapy, mental health, pharmacy, and many medical subspecialties.
Residents have the opportunity to be primary care providers with support of full-time staff.
A variety of community-based practice locations have collectively become a popular choice for ambulatory education over recent years. Each site generally accommodates 1-2 residents and offers a patient population reflective of those encountered in the private practice setting. Driving distances vary from 10 to 40 minutes. Residents may choose a clinic site convenient to where they are living. The preceptors at each site have been chosen for their strong commitment to medical education.