University of Southern California

Keck School of Medicine of USC

Primary Care Initiative

Primary Care Program

The Primary Care Program is a 4 year curriculum track to train primary care-focused medical students in community health settings. Students apply to the program prior to matriculating at Keck School of Medicine of USC.

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Application

Deadline: Friday, June 13, 2025 at 11:59 PM (PST)

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FAQs

Frequent Asked Question about the Primary Care Program

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Brochure

Download our Primary Care Brochure

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Testimonials

Read previous student’s testimonials

Welcome

Welcome to the Primary Care Initiative at the Keck School of Medicine of USC (KSOM). Primary care fields are rich in committed doctor-patient relationships, inclusive medical care across the life span, community leadership and engagement, scholarship, inter-professional team- based care, and a broad variety of health care services. At Keck, we also focus on providing primary care services and resources for our vulnerable and marginalized communities.  We hope this website allows you to explore the rich, vibrant and diverse training, educational and clinical resources we have for our students and campus community.

Primary Care Specialities

This site includes multiple links that will assist you in exploring a career in primary care.

This program is open to all eligible individuals. The Primary Care Initiative operates all of its programs and activities consistent with the University’s Notice of Non-Discrimination. Eligibility is not determined based on race, sex, ethnicity, sexual orientation, or any other prohibited factor. Individuals with disabilities who need accommodations to attend this event may contact ilana.greenberg@med.usc.edu. We request that individuals requiring accommodations or auxiliary aids such as sign language interpreters and alternative format materials notify us at least 7 days prior to the event. Every reasonable effort will be made to provide reasonable accommodations in an effective and timely manner.

Click here to learn more about scholarship opportunities.