Mercy Health has launched a new Family Medicine Residency program and opened the Anthony Center for Graduate Medical Education, expanding access to high-quality primary care in Lorain County while investing in the next generation of physicians.
To help meet the growing demand for primary care providers, the program will welcome its inaugural class of family medicine residents this summer. Residents will train across the full spectrum of care for patients of all ages, including outpatient and inpatient medicine, preventive care and community-based services, with a focus on serving diverse and underserved populations. The program joins already established residency programs in podiatry and pharmacy.
“Establishing a family medicine residency program in Lorain is a significant investment in the future health of our community,” said Dr. Jim Kravec, chief clinical officer, Mercy Health – Lorain and Youngstown. “When physicians train in a community, they are far more likely to stay. This program will help strengthen access to compassionate, high-quality care throughout our region for years to come.”
Residents will receive comprehensive training across the full continuum of care through hospital rotations at Mercy Health – Lorain Hospital and ongoing clinical practice at the renovated Amherst Family Medicine Center under faculty supervision.
“Our residents will play an active role in patient care from day one,” said Dr. Ronald Rhodes, chief academic officer, Mercy Health – Lorain and Youngstown. “This program strengthens our clinical teams while creating a dynamic learning environment focused on collaboration and exceptional care.”
Residents will also benefit from the newly named Anthony Center for Graduate Medical Education. The Anthony Center, which was made possible in part by a gift to the Mercy Health Foundation Lorain from Dr. James “Jim” Anthony and his wife, Lynne, offers a dedicated environment for learning and collaboration, complementing clinical rotations and patient care training.
“Lynne and I are proud to support the future of medical education in Lorain County,” said Dr. Anthony. “By investing in these physicians today, we are helping ensure stronger, healthier communities for generations to come.”
Accredited by the Accreditation Council on Graduate Medical Education, the Family Medicine Program will be led by Dr. Tamer Said, program director, and Dr. Deon Regis, associate program director. The residency builds on Mercy Health’s broader commitment to physician training and addressing primary care shortages in the region.
Residents will be guided through a collaborative training experience focused on compassionate, high-quality care and the unique health needs of the community.
“The Anthony Center for Graduate Medical Education reflects a generous investment in both education and community health, helping prepare physicians who are committed to serving this region,” said Scott Pember, president, Mercy Health Foundation Lorain.
Graduate Medical Education plays a vital role in supporting healthier communities by expanding patient access, attracting top medical graduates and fostering continuous learning across clinical teams. Through this program and the Anthony Center, Mercy Health is building a robust pipeline of physicians equipped to meet the community’s evolving health needs, ultimately enhancing access to high-quality care.
To help meet the growing demand for primary care providers, the program will welcome its inaugural class of family medicine residents this summer. Residents will train across the full spectrum of care for patients of all ages, including outpatient and inpatient medicine, preventive care and community-based services, with a focus on serving diverse and underserved populations. The program joins already established residency programs in podiatry and pharmacy.
“Establishing a family medicine residency program in Lorain is a significant investment in the future health of our community,” said Dr. Jim Kravec, chief clinical officer, Mercy Health – Lorain and Youngstown. “When physicians train in a community, they are far more likely to stay. This program will help strengthen access to compassionate, high-quality care throughout our region for years to come.”
Residents will receive comprehensive training across the full continuum of care through hospital rotations at Mercy Health – Lorain Hospital and ongoing clinical practice at the renovated Amherst Family Medicine Center under faculty supervision.
“Our residents will play an active role in patient care from day one,” said Dr. Ronald Rhodes, chief academic officer, Mercy Health – Lorain and Youngstown. “This program strengthens our clinical teams while creating a dynamic learning environment focused on collaboration and exceptional care.”
Residents will also benefit from the newly named Anthony Center for Graduate Medical Education. The Anthony Center, which was made possible in part by a gift to the Mercy Health Foundation Lorain from Dr. James “Jim” Anthony and his wife, Lynne, offers a dedicated environment for learning and collaboration, complementing clinical rotations and patient care training.
“Lynne and I are proud to support the future of medical education in Lorain County,” said Dr. Anthony. “By investing in these physicians today, we are helping ensure stronger, healthier communities for generations to come.”
Accredited by the Accreditation Council on Graduate Medical Education, the Family Medicine Program will be led by Dr. Tamer Said, program director, and Dr. Deon Regis, associate program director. The residency builds on Mercy Health’s broader commitment to physician training and addressing primary care shortages in the region.
Residents will be guided through a collaborative training experience focused on compassionate, high-quality care and the unique health needs of the community.
“The Anthony Center for Graduate Medical Education reflects a generous investment in both education and community health, helping prepare physicians who are committed to serving this region,” said Scott Pember, president, Mercy Health Foundation Lorain.
Graduate Medical Education plays a vital role in supporting healthier communities by expanding patient access, attracting top medical graduates and fostering continuous learning across clinical teams. Through this program and the Anthony Center, Mercy Health is building a robust pipeline of physicians equipped to meet the community’s evolving health needs, ultimately enhancing access to high-quality care.