Resident Life
Training at Lahey Clinic means you never have to choose between a premier academic career and an exceptional quality of life. Located in Burlington, Massachusetts—just 12 miles northwest of Boston—our program sits at the perfect crossroads of suburban convenience, coastal beauty, and urban excitement.
Life in New England: The Burlington Advantage
The Everyday Perks
- Stress-Free Commutes: Skip the city gridlock and expensive parking garages. All residents enjoy free, secure, dedicated parking right next to the emergency department.
- Stretch Your Salary: Burlington offers an affordable, high-quality cost of living relative to downtown Boston, meaning your resident stipend goes much further for premium housing, local dining, top-ranked suburban schools, and families.
- The Middlesex Fells: Located just minutes from the hospital, this massive 2,500+ acre reservation features over 100 miles of scenic trails for mountain biking, hiking, trail running, and kayaking.
East Coast Exploration
- Boston at Your Fingertips: A quick 20-minute drive or effortless commuter rail ride drops you straight into downtown Boston. Enjoy historic Fenway Park, world-class dining in the North End, and the vibrant arts scene of the Seaport District.
- The Historic North Shore: Drive 30 minutes east to explore the rugged Massachusetts coastline, historic harbor towns like Salem and Marblehead, and the famous beaches of Gloucester.
- Mountain & Ski Access: Located directly on the I-95 and Route 3 corridors, you can be hitting the ski slopes or hiking the peaks of New Hampshire’s White Mountains or Vermont's green ranges in under two hours.