Virtua Program

The Transitional Year Residency Program at Rowan-Virtua School of Osteopathic Medicine (SOM) is designed to equip residents with comprehensive clinical skills to transition smoothly into advanced residency training. With rotations in both inpatient and outpatient settings throughout Southern New Jersey, residents receive diverse patient care experiences. The program focuses on providing in-depth clinical experiences under the mentorship of committed house officers, university faculty, and attending physicians, aiming to mold well-rounded physicians.

The curriculum consists of 13 four-week blocks, including core rotations in Emergency Medicine, General Surgery, Cardiology, ICU, Internal Medicine, Outpatient Family Medicine, Neuromuscular Medicine, and Night Medicine. Elective rotations in Neurology, Anesthesia, Radiology, Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, and Geriatric Medicine allow residents to tailor their training to individual interests and needs.

The program has been described as a "hidden gem" by residents, offering tailored electives, abundant golden weekends, and the opportunity to complete three months of electives. With typically one 24-hour call per rotation (except for night float and ICU), structured sign-out times, intern lectures, and weekly afternoon didactics, the program provides a supportive learning environment.

Residents from various medical schools have found success in the program, with a focus on specialties such as Physical Medicine & Rehabilitation, Anesthesia, and Radiology.

South Jersey, part of the Philadelphia metropolitan area, offers a vibrant community with various amenities like restaurants, shopping, hiking, live music, art, history, and the Jersey Shore.

For more information about the application process, kindly refer to the program's website.