Information for Applicants

At McLaren Bay Region, we provide outstanding educational experiences that equip our residents with the knowledge, skills, and attitudes necessary to excel in their medical careers. Our robust curriculum, esteemed faculty, and state-of-the-art facilities ensure that each resident receives comprehensive training and mentorship in their chosen specialty.

As a resident in our IM program, you will have the opportunity to work alongside established physicians, participate in research, and gain hands-on clinical experience. We are committed to fostering a supportive and collaborative learning environment where residents can thrive, grow, and make a lasting impact on the health and well-being of our community.

We encourage aspiring physicians who are passionate about patient care, medical innovation, and community engagement to apply to our residency programs. McLaren Bay Region is an ideal setting for those seeking a dynamic and fulfilling residency experience, with its tightknit community, diverse patient population, and commitment to excellence.

Join us on this exciting journey in medical education at McLaren Bay Region.

Stipends & Benefits

Annual Salaries (Effective 2026-2027):

PGY-1 = $63,624.65
PGY-2 = $65,533.39
PGY-3 = $67,499.39

Benefits Include:

  • Meal stipend
  • 20 days of TOD
  • Licensure fees for State of Michigan
  • Malpractice insurance
  • Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
  • 24/7 access to Medical Library
  • BLS, ACLS, ALSO, NRP, and PALS training

Resources include:

  • Michigan State University Library
  • 24/7 access to on-site McLaren Medical Library including online access to:
    • Board Vitals
    • CINAHL Complete
    • ClinicalKey
    • DITKI
    • DynaMed
    • Dynamic Health
    • Medline Complete
    • PubMed
    • STAT!Ref

MCLAREN MEDICAL LIBRARY
Samuel Ora
Phone: (989) 894-3783
Fax: (989) 894-4862
E-mail: [email protected]

Sample Contract

Click here for the Sample Contract

DISCLAIMER: The Graduate Medical Education Trainee Physician Agreement is posted here as a "sample only" to give applicants an idea of what to expect as a contracted employee of McLaren. This agreement is reviewed annually and thus the language is subject to change.