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.

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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.

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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

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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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.

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