Podiatric Medicine and SurgeryÂ
Rochester General Hospital
Director’s Letter
Thank you for considering our Program here at Rochester General Hospital located in the beautiful Western NY region. We are committed to facilitate the journey of each and every one of our residents as they transition into highly skilled and well balanced Podiatric surgeons.
We are looking for enthusiastic and highly motivated individuals wanting to excel in the Podiatric profession and who will help to shape this program by paving the way for those that follow in all the years to come.
Please take a moment to review our website.
Paul Merkel, DPM
Program Director
Welcome to the Home of High-Quality Podiatric Medicine & Surgery Education
Overview
Rochester General Hospital, located in Rochester NY, is approved by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education for a 36-month Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency Program. Offering additional credentialing in reconstructive rear-foot and ankle surgery, our program emphasizes all aspects of podiatric care from basic clinical experiences to advanced reconstructive procedures.
Residents have opportunities to learn from expert medical and surgical specialists from multiple health care facilities within Rochester Regional Health, allowing for a multidisciplinary approach to education and medicine. Rotations include internal medicine, emergency medicine, anesthesiology, wound care, radiology, endocrinology, infectious disease, behavioral sciences, pathology, and laboratory medicine. Extensive training in podiatric medicine and surgery is complemented by rotations in orthopedic surgery, vascular surgery, general surgery, and plastic surgery.
Rochester General Hospital’s podiatric residency program stresses a hands-on and interactive approach to teaching. Students will learn by doing, not watching. Along with a truly hands-on experience, students participate in monthly journal clubs, case discussions, resident presentations, and numerous research opportunities.
If you have any questions or need further details regarding our program, contact us at PMSR@rochesterregional.org
 Our RRH community strives to cultivate and promote diversity and inclusion at all levels, empowering each team member to show up as themselves daily.
 We believe that our collective diversity in backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives, coupled with an inclusive and just environment that harnesses and celebrates that diversity is fundamental in our efforts to improve the health and well-being of all our team members, patients, and communities in which we are privileged to serve.
Curriculum
PGY-1
| ROTATION | WEEKS |
| Internal Medicine | 4 weeks |
| Internal Medicine Clinic | 2 weeks |
| Infectious Disease | 4 weeks |
| Emergency Medicine | 4 weeks |
| Wound Care | 4 weeks |
| General Surgery | 4 weeks |
| Anesthesia | 2 weeks |
| Radiology | 2 weeks |
| Podiatric Medicine and Surgery & Podiatric Clinic | 26 weeks |
| TOTAL | 52 weeks |
PGY-2
| ROTATION | WEEKS |
| Orthopedic Surgery | 4 weeks |
| Pediatric Orthopedic Surgery | 4 weeks |
| Vascular Surgery | 4 weeks |
| Plastic Surgery | 2 weeks |
| Endocrinology | 2 weeks |
| Behavioral Science | 2 weeks |
| Podiatric Medicine and Surgery & Podiatric Clinic | 34 weeks |
| TOTAL | 52 weeks |
PGY-3
| ROTATION | WEEKS |
| Vascular Surgery | 2 weeks |
| Elective | 4 weeks |
| Podiatric Office | 4 weeks |
| Podiatric Medicine and Surgery & Podiatric Clinic | 42 weeks |
| TOTAL | 52 weeks |
How to Apply
Additionally, we will be participating in the Centralized Residency Interview Program (CRIP).
Rochester General Hospital will not be able to sponsor visas for the Podiatric Residency Program; you will need to be authorized to work in the United States to enroll in our residency program.
If you have any questions or need further details regarding our program, contact us via email at PMSR@rochesterregional.org.
Applicants are encouraged to contact their medical schools or navigate the CASPR web site for more information on applying to our program.
Deadline for Application: October 30, 2024​.
0807
CASPR NUMBER
Benefits & Compensation
Vacation
4 weeks of paid vacation per year
Professional Liability Insurance
Professional liability insurance is provided by Rochester General Hospital’s insurance program for activities required by the residency program.
Term Life Insurance
$10,000 employer paid coverage with option to purchase added coverage up to 4 times annual salary.
Plan for Short-term Disability
Residents are entitled to up to six months of pay in the event of any disability, compensated at 60% of the resident stipend.
Long-term Disability
Option to purchase 50-67% of pay coverage
Retirement Program
Option to enroll in tax-deferred annuity plan.
Dental Plan
Option to purchase one of two plans available
Wellness Center
Free membership to state of the art Rochester Regional Health fitness center, including classes offered at the center.
Salaries are paid on a bi-weekly basis. The salaries for the 2023-2024 academic year will be: (salary + stipend)
$70,000
PGY-1
$72,000
PGY-2
$75,000
PGY-3
Why Rochester?
The Greater Rochester area, in the Finger Lakes region of New York, is a truly unique place to live and work. Rochester’s urban arts, entertainment and dining venues are complemented by surrounding suburban, rural and lakefront communities. This results in a wealth of options for work and play.
Contact Us
Brittany Kent
Residency Program Coordinator, Podiatric Medicine & Surgery
Rochester General Hospital
Podiatric Surgery and Medicine Residency
1425 Portland Avenue
Rochester, NY 14621
If you have any questions or need further details regarding our program, contact Podiatric Residency Program Coordinator, Brittany Kent, by email at Brittany.Kent@rochesterregional.org or by phone at (585) 683-0682.
Faculty
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Current Residents
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