University of Miami/Jackson Health System Program

Program Overview

The University of Miami/Jackson Health System Program in Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation (PM&R) is a three-year, ACGME-accredited residency program located in Miami, Florida. This program is designed to prepare residents to become skilled, compassionate physicians capable of practicing independently in the field of PM&R. The program emphasizes the importance of lifelong learning, teamwork, and evidence-based practice, fostering a collaborative environment for residents to thrive throughout their training.

The residency utilizes a diverse clinical setting, exposing residents to a broad spectrum of PM&R pathology and enhancing their competencies in various clinical scenarios.

Call Schedule

The call schedule for residents varies by year:

• First Year (PGY-2): 18 calls
• Second Year (PGY-3): five night-float blocks
• Third Year (PGY-4): three night-float blocks

Each night-float block consists of five consecutive nights covering only night issues, complementing the daytime responsibilities, which are reserved for educational activities and didactics on Friday mornings.

Locations

Training occurs at several prestigious sites including:

• Jackson Memorial Hospital
• Christine E. Lynn Rehabilitation Center
• Bruce W. Carter Department of Veterans Affairs Medical Center
• Mount Sinai Medical Center
• UHealth Tower

Curriculum

The curriculum is structured over the three years with a series of rotations designed to enhance clinical competence and procedural skills:

Year 1 (PGY-2)

Rotations include:

• Spinal Cord Injury
• Pediatric Rehabilitation
• Comprehensive Rehabilitation
• Stroke
• VA outpatient
• Cancer
• Research

Year 2 (PGY-3)

Residents will experience rotations in:

• MSK/Sports/Spine Outpatient
• Research
• VA EMG/Outpatient MSK

Year 3 (PGY-4)

In the final year, residents engage in senior inpatient/outpatient rotations, electives, and consultations across various sites.

Research Opportunities

The program emphasizes research and academic activities, supporting residents in conference presentations with compensation up to $1,000. Residents are encouraged to participate in research projects, particularly in collaboration with the PM&R Translational Research Institute and The Miami Project to Cure Paralysis.

Unique Aspects

The program boasts several unique features that enhance the training experience:

• 1:1 resident to attending ratio, ensuring personalized training and mentorship.
• Comprehensive opportunities in sports medicine, including coverage at Miami Heat Wheels events and other local athletic competitions.
• Access to state-of-the-art facilities and technology for advanced rehabilitative care.

Visa Support

The program supports J1 visa applications under the Alien Physician Program, making it accessible for international medical graduates non-U.S. citizens or permanent residents.1

Application Requirements

Candidates typically need to demonstrate competitiveness in residency applications. Specific requirements include:

• Successful completion of USMLE Step 1, Step 2 Clinical Knowledge, and Step 2 Clinical Skills before program start.
• Completion of preliminary postgraduate training in an ACGME-accredited program prior to entering the residency.

Competitiveness

The residency is characterized as being highly competitive, with a focus on attracting both US and International Medical Graduates. Notably, credentials and previous training experiences can influence applicant competitiveness.