North Alabama Medical Center Program
About This Program
Our program has a unique blend of robust training and high quality of life. While located in a small town, our program is geographically well-positioned near major cities like Birmingham, Huntsville, Nashville, and Memphis-offering access to urban amenities without the daily stress of big-city living. Residents enjoy short commutes, affordable housing in excellent school districts, and the opportunity to thrive in a community connected to nature-with lakes, rivers, and hiking.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Praveen Narahari, MD
North Alabama Shoals Hosp
Primary Program Contact
Rebecca Uhlman
North Alabama Shoals Hosptial
Locations
North Alabama Shoals Hosp
Psychiatry Pgm
201 W Avalon Ave
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
1701 Veterans Dr
Florence, AL 35630
2129 Helton Dr
Florence, AL 35630
416 N Seminary St
Florence, AL 35630
1800 S Bverely Ave
Muscle Shoals, AL 35661
635 W College St
Florence, AL 35630
1615 Kathy Ln Sw
Decatur, AL 35603
2807 W Mall Dr
Florence, AL 35630
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
- Letter from a department chair
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Dec 31, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Sep 15, 2025 - Dec 31, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Dec 31, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Sep 15, 2026 - Dec 31, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
Data not provided by program
Salary Compensation
PGY-1 through PGY-4
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 99 Vacation Days and negotiable sick days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.