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Rochester General Hospital

1425 Portland Ave

Box 355

Rochester , NY 14621

CASPR # 0870

CRIP Section 1

Rescue Fund Insured: yes

COTH Member: Yes

Entry Level Positions: n/a

Type

# Approved

# Filling

Director

Paul Merkel DPM

Phone: 585-683-0682

Program E-mail: pmsr@rochesterregional.org

Program Web Site: https://www.rochesterregional.org/podiatry/

Hospital Description

Accreditation: Other

Offers podiatry clerkship: yes

Staff DPMs: 25

Affiliated Institutions:

Unity Hospital
Newark-Wayne Community Hospital
Clifton Springs Hospital and Clinic
Canton-Potsdam Hospital
United Memorial Medical Center
Brighton Surgery Center
Rochester Ambulatory Surgical Center

Other Residency Programs:

Dentistry, Diagnostic Radiology, Interventional Radiology, Internal Medicine, OB/GYN, Pharmacy Y1, Psychiatric Medicine, Family Medicine, Optometry and Family Eye Care.

Clinical Experiences

Anesthesiology: yes

Behavioral Science: yes

Dermatology: no

Diabetic Wound Care: yes

Emergency Room: yes

Family Practice: no

Internal Medicine: yes

Infectious Disease: yes

Neurology: no

Orthopedics: yes

Office Rotations: yes

Outpatient Clinic: yes

Pathology/Lab: no

Pediatrics: no

Plastic Surgery: yes

Podiatry: yes

Podiatry (Surgery): yes

Radiology: yes

Rehabilitation: yes

Rheumatology: no

Surgery: yes

Trauma: yes

Vascular Surgery: yes

Other Clinical Experiences:

Electives:
Endocrinology
General Surgery
Orthopedic Micro-Hand Surgery

Other:

Cadaver Lab
Resident Clinic

Program Emphasis:

Approved PMSR/RRA program by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education.
Extensive training in podiatric medicine and surgery is complemented by rotations in orthopedic surgery, vascular surgery, general surgery, and plastic surgery.
Monthly Journal Club and Weekly Case Review
Cadaver Labs
Resident Run Clinic, which treats patients with common conditions including work-related injuries, dermatological conditions, neuropathy, diabetic foot problems, and malformations (bunions and hammertoes).
Program covered expenses include:
- ABPM and ABFAS In Training Exams (in each of your 3 years)
- Academic Tuesday Lunches
- Board Wizards (for 3rd years)
- ACFAS Annual Membership Dues (PGY 2 and PGY 3)

Didactic Program

Grand Rounds: yes

Book Club: no

Journal Club: yes

Research: yes

Lecture Series: yes

Resident Benefits

Stipends

First Year: $70000

Second Year: $72000

Third Year: $75000

Fourth Year: n/a

CME Allowance: yes

Health Insurance: yes

Malpractice Insuarance: yes

Housing: no

Meals: yes

Sick Leave: yes

Uniforms: yes

Vacation: yes

Other Resident Benefits:

CME Allowance: $1,500 per year
Vacation Time: 4 weeks annually
Medical, Dental and Vision (Multiple plan offerings)
Paid Leave, Disability & Life Insurance Programs
Financial Planning & Legal Services
Retirement: 403(b) and Pension Plan
Laser Safety and Science Course
Resident Retreats
Scrubs and White Coats are provided

Applicant Requirements

Mail additional fees and required documents not included in your CASPR application and any non-electronic document to this address: 1425 Portland Ave Box 355, Rochester , NY 14621

NBPME Part III: No

Program Application Fee: n/a

Refundable: n/a

Payable to: n/a

Clerkship Required: no

State Licensure: Training

ACLS: yes

CPR: yes

Minimum GPA: 0

Minimum Rank: no

Other Applicant Requirements:

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Available Resources

Sample Contract: At CRIP

Benefit Package: At CRIP

Curriculum: At CRIP

Program Overview

Rochester General Hospital offers a 36-month residency program accredited by the Council on Podiatric Medical Education. Residents work closely with a team of skilled podiatric surgeons and a supportive Orthopedic/Surgical and Medical Staff. Throughout the program, residents perform a high volume of surgical procedures, often exceeding CPME requirements by their second year. We also provide additional credentialing in reconstructive rear-foot and ankle surgery, emphasizing comprehensive podiatric care—from foundational clinical experiences to advanced reconstructive techniques.

Our podiatric residency program prioritizes a hands-on, interactive teaching approach. Residents will learn through active participation rather than observation. In addition to practical experience, they engage in monthly journal clubs, case discussions, presentations, and various research opportunities. The program includes rotations in several service lines, such as 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 further enhanced by rotations in orthopedic, vascular, general, and plastic surgery.