Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program

Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine Program provides an outstanding Internal Medicine residency program with a focus on comprehensive clinical training in both inpatient and ambulatory settings. The program offers 39 categorical interns, 10 primary care/social internal medicine interns, and 25 categorical preliminary interns each year. Their curriculum includes a 6 + 2 schedule for residents, allowing for a balance between inpatient and ambulatory experiences.

Application Deadline: Applications are accepted through December 1st of the year prior to matriculation. The program participates in NRMP with specific NRMP numbers for different tracks. DO candidates are accepted but must have taken USMLE Step 1 and preferably Step 2 by the time of application. Interviews are offered on a rolling basis and are by invitation only.

The program selectively considers applications from international medical graduates who have obtained a medical degree within 3 years of application, with evidence of continued clinical work and/or scholarly/research activity. Visa Sponsorship is available, and ECFMG certification is required by a specific deadline for visa sponsorship.

Residents at Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine benefit from a large program with a small program feel, excellent mentorship from attending physicians, a rich clinical experience in both ambulatory and inpatient settings, and a commitment to resident wellness. The program also offers various pathways and experiences, including a Global Health Rotation, Intensified Research Rotation, Medical Educator Pathway, and more.

The location in New York City offers residents a vibrant environment with access to numerous resources and activities. The majority of residents at Montefiore live in either Montefiore Medical Center-owned housing in the Bronx or surrounding neighborhoods, providing diverse housing options and lifestyle choices.

Residents receive a competitive salary and benefits, including educational resource allowance, meals, onsite scrubs, vacation time, and wellness days. The program strictly adheres to ACGME Duty Hour Guidelines, ensuring resident well-being and work-life balance.

Montefiore Medical Center/Albert Einstein College of Medicine offers comprehensive postgraduate fellowships and various career opportunities to residents, allowing them to further their medical education and pursue diverse career paths. The program is under the leadership of dedicated program directors and chief residents who aim to provide a supportive and enriching training experience for residents.

Iman Hasan, MD MS, the Director for Community Engagement and Population Health Initiatives, oversees the social determinants of health curriculum within the Internal Medicine residency program, focusing on addressing social determinants of health in residency education and clinical settings, engaging with underserved populations, and promoting physician advocacy.