Internal Medicine Residency Program
Our residency trains internists in the promotion of health, prevention of disease, and management of a broad range of illnesses.
As a new program, the Virtua Internal Medicine Residency has the backing of a remarkably successful health care system in Virtua and the benefit of Rowan University’s growing medical academic programs. This academic alliance enables us to build a robust academic program that includes skills development and simulation.
About Our Internal Medicine Residency Program
Our Internal Medicine residency is centered at Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital (VOLOL) in Camden, N.J., and offers valuable educational opportunities at various Virtua inpatient and outpatient sites over the three-year training period.
For nearly four decades, Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital has been actively involved in educating resident physicians and students. Initially sponsored by Thomas Jefferson University Hospital and later by a consortium of Rowan University SOM/Jefferson Health NJ/Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes, the hospital's attending physicians and staff have gained extensive expertise in supporting and guiding medical residents. Furthermore, Virtua Health has proudly served as a stand-alone ACGME (American College of Graduate Medical Education) sponsoring institution for nearly 25 years.
In the Virtua Internal Medicine Residency Program, we are committed to achieving exceptional outcomes:
- To develop outstanding skills across the broad spectrum of Internal Medicine to promote health, prevent disease, and manage the wide spectrum of illnesses inherent to Internal Medicine.
- To provide residents with extensive experiences and in-depth training across ambulatory and inpatient settings and within diverse populations.
- To learn to tailor management in a patient-centric manner, based on acuity as well as a patient's values and beliefs.
- To help residents to develop skills in critical thinking, interpersonal communications, teaching, research, information systems, practice management, professionalism, and lifelong learning.
- To expand the knowledge base in Internal Medicine through scientific inquiry.
- To prepare residents to practice within diverse communities and health care delivery systems.
- Prepare residents for a wide variety of career options.
- To promote wellness within our residents and our educational communities and to ensure residents' satisfaction with their experiences in the program.
Why Choose the Virtua Internal Medicine Residency?
Prestigious Academic Affiliations
Virtua Health stands out as an innovative healthcare provider, boasting strategic affiliations throughout the Philadelphia/South Jersey region. Virtua’s esteemed affiliation with Rowan University has resulted in the creation of the prestigious Virtua Health College of Medicine and Life Sciences of Rowan University, which has been ranked as the fourth-fastest growing research institution among public doctoral universities. Our collaboration with Penn Medicine spans neuroscience, oncology, and pediatric care, and includes partnership in the only Proton Therapy Center in South Jersey.
Prestigious Academic Affiliations
Virtua Health stands out as an innovative healthcare provider, boasting strategic affiliations throughout the Philadelphia/South Jersey region. Virtua’s esteemed affiliation with Rowan University has resulted in the creation of the prestigious Virtua Health College of Medicine and Life Sciences of Rowan University, which has been ranked as the fourth-fastest growing research institution among public doctoral universities. Our collaboration with Penn Medicine spans neuroscience, oncology, and pediatric care, and includes partnership in the only Proton Therapy Center in South Jersey.
Leaders in Tertiary Care
Lourdes is distinguished for its expertise in complex surgery, and the management of acute/chronic liver and kidney disease, including liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation. It stands as the sole medical facility in New Jersey performing liver and combined kidney/pancreas transplantation, achieving some of the nation's most impressive outcomes.
Leaders in Tertiary Care
Lourdes is distinguished for its expertise in complex surgery, and the management of acute/chronic liver and kidney disease, including liver, kidney, and pancreas transplantation. It stands as the sole medical facility in New Jersey performing liver and combined kidney/pancreas transplantation, achieving some of the nation's most impressive outcomes.
A Holistic Approach
We strive to cultivate compassionate and intellectually oriented physicians who understand the complex psycho-social and economic factors influencing health, as well as the significance of patients' personal beliefs and values in their care. Our graduates will be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and principles to excel in independent practice or pursue further training in Internal Medicine subspecialties, making meaningful contributions to their communities.
A Holistic Approach
We strive to cultivate compassionate and intellectually oriented physicians who understand the complex psycho-social and economic factors influencing health, as well as the significance of patients' personal beliefs and values in their care. Our graduates will be equipped with the knowledge, skills, and principles to excel in independent practice or pursue further training in Internal Medicine subspecialties, making meaningful contributions to their communities.
Cultural Awareness
An essential part of the Virtua culture is a commitment to embracing all cultures. We deeply appreciate the importance of incorporating a wide variety of personal perspectives in caring for patients. It is why we can understand the unique cultural nuances of each of our patients and consistently meet their medical and personal needs. Our program promotes and incorporates this "Culture of We" in everything we do.
Cultural Awareness
An essential part of the Virtua culture is a commitment to embracing all cultures. We deeply appreciate the importance of incorporating a wide variety of personal perspectives in caring for patients. It is why we can understand the unique cultural nuances of each of our patients and consistently meet their medical and personal needs. Our program promotes and incorporates this "Culture of We" in everything we do.
Values that Matter
We wholeheartedly believe that our program presents an outstanding opportunity for our residents to not only acquire the scientific knowledge and clinical skills required to become expert Internists but also to cultivate the professional behaviors necessary to thrive as collaborative and compassionate members of the healthcare team, dedicated to serving our communities and the region.
Values that Matter
We wholeheartedly believe that our program presents an outstanding opportunity for our residents to not only acquire the scientific knowledge and clinical skills required to become expert Internists but also to cultivate the professional behaviors necessary to thrive as collaborative and compassionate members of the healthcare team, dedicated to serving our communities and the region.
More Information
PGY1
- Medical ICU – Our Lady of Lourdes (~6 weeks)
- Cardiac ICU – Our Lady of Lourdes (~3 Weeks)
- Inpatient General Medicine (~17 weeks)
- Night float – Our Lady of Lourdes (~6 Weeks)
- Ambulatory - Virtua Medical Group/Rowan SOM (~10 Weeks)
- Neuro – Our Lady of Lourdes (~2 weeks)
- Electives - Any site (~ 5 Weeks)
- Admissions – Our Lady of Lourdes (~ 3 Weeks)
PGY2
- Medical ICU – Our Lady of Lourdes (~6 weeks)
- Cardiac ICU – Our Lady of Lourdes (~3 Weeks)
- Night float – Our Lady of Lourdes (~5 Weeks)
- Inpatient General Medicine (~12 weeks)
- Ambulatory - Virtua Medical Group/Rowan SOM (~12 Weeks)
- Electives – Any Site (~11 Weeks)
- Admissions – Our Lady of Lourdes (~ 3 Weeks)
PGY3
- Medical ICU – Our Lady of Lourdes (~6 weeks)
- Cardiac ICU – Our Lady of Lourdes (~3 Weeks)
- Night float – Our Lady of Lourdes (~5 Weeks)
- Inpatient General Medicine (~10 weeks)
- Ambulatory - Virtua Medical Group/Rowan SOM (~12 Weeks)
- Electives – Any Site (~13 Weeks)
- Admissions – Our Lady of Lourdes (~ 3 Weeks)
We will be accepting applications through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service).
Applicant Eligibility Criteria
- All applications must come through the ERAS.
- No faxes or emails will be accepted. No applications will be pre-screened.
- We do not offer pre-match positions.
U.S. Medical graduates
- Applicants must be graduates of LCME (Allopathic) or COCA (Osteopathic) accredited schools
- Medical School Graduate/Diploma/medical school transcripts
- Dean's letter (MSPE)
- Personal statement
- Three letters of recommendation
- CV in ERAS format
- USMLE/COMLEX Steps 1 and 2 were completed on the first attempt (USMLE 2 scores >235 and Comlex 2 scores> 500 will be given the strongest consideration)
International Medical graduates
- Medical School Graduate/Diploma/medical school transcripts
- USMLE Steps 1 and 2 were completed on the first attempt (USMLE 2 scores > 235 will be given the strongest consideration)
- Three letters of recommendation
- Dean's letter (MSPE)
- Personal statement
- CV in ERAS format
- ECFMG Certificate
- Graduation date within the past 5 years
- We will sponsor J1 Visas for exceptional candidates
How Do I Apply?
All applications for a PGY1 position must come through ERAS. Our program is a participant in The National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
Virtua Internal Medicine ACGME ID: 1403300001
Virtua NRMP Program Number: 3084140C0
What should I do to prepare if I am invited to interview?
- Please ensure that all documentation is uploaded to ERAS (i.e., three letters of recommendation, dean's letter, medical school transcripts, USMLE/COMLEX scores, personal statement, ECFMG certificate, CV, etc.).
- Make sure you visit the residency webpage.
What should I do the day of my interview?
- We will begin promptly at 7:15 a.m., so plan to arrive 10 minutes early. You will receive log-in instructions via email.
Are walk-ins welcome on the day of the interview?
All interviews are by invitation only. The residency program requires that documents be submitted in full through ERAS. Careful consideration is applied to each candidate's documentation packet prior to their invitation and arrival for their interview. If you are interested in the program, please take the proper steps to apply through ERAS, as this will be the only way that your candidacy will be considered.
Virtual Meet & Greet
We invite you to join residents the night before each Interview Day for a Virtual Meet & Greet. The link for the meeting will be sent to your email.
Please contact us if you have any questions. We can be reached by email at jwild@virtua.org.
We look forward to meeting you!
One of the benefits of a Virtua Health residency is access to some of the highest-performing medical facilities in the region.
With five hospitals and more than 350 locations in South Jersey, Virtua provides residents with the opportunity to experience rotations in a wide variety of clinical settings with the guidance of highly qualified faculty.
As a resident of the Virtua Internal Medicine Residency Program, you will have the unique opportunity to work at the following Virtua facilities:
- Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes Hospital
- Virtua Voorhees Hospital
- Virtua Mount Holly Hospital
- Virtua Corporate Offices
The Virtua Internal Medicine Residency faculty and staff are here to help you reach your professional and academic goals as a resident. Be sure to visit their online profiles to learn more about them, their clinical interests, and more.
Vik Bathula, MD – Program Director
Anuradha Munshi, MD – Associate Program Director
Mark Sunga, DO – Associate Program Director
Yesenia Galan, MD – Core Faculty
Joanne Kaiser Smith, DO – Core Faculty
Mohammad Mahdi, MD – Core Faculty
Vasu Palli, MD – Core Faculty
Richard Paluzzi, MD – Core Faculty
Nicholas Roy, DO – Core Faculty
Satyam Shah, MD – Core Faculty
You can view a list of all the current residents in the resource below.