Accepting applications for training that begins in
No
Survey Received
Program start dates
July
Participates in ERAS®
Yes
Special Features
Immerse yourself in a distinguished training experience with our Transitional Year Program. Offering diverse clinical rotations across various specialties, our program is meticulously designed to prepare you for any medical field of your choice. Our curriculum, fully aligned with ACGME competencies, ensures a comprehensive and robust education in patient care. Guided by our dedicated and experienced faculty, you will receive unparalleled personalized support.
Total Program Size
18
Program best described as
Community-based university affiliated
Requires previous GME
No
Offers preliminary positions
No
Participates in the Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
Yes
Participates in the Advanced or Fellowship Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
No
NRMP Match Codes
2136120C0
Interviews conducted last year for first year positions
300
Required letters of recommendation
3
Latest date for applications 2026-2027 2026-2027
Interview period 2026-2027
-
Application period 2027-2028 2027-2028
-
Applicants may interview remotely via video conferencing
Yes
Osteopathic Recognition
No
Step 1 required
Yes
Minimum score
225
Step 2 required
Yes
Minimum score
225
Level 1 required
Yes
Minimum score
500
Minimum score
500
Visa Status
J-1 visa sponsorship through ECFMG
Part-time Paid Physicians
0
Part-time Paid Non-Physician
0
Avg. hrs/wk on duty during first year (including patient care, all call, night float, research, conferences, etc)
80
Maximum consecutive hours on duty during first year (excluding beeper call)
16
Average number of 24-hour off duty periods per week during first year
1.00
Program allows moonlighting (beyond GY1)
No
Night float system
Yes
Avg hours/week of scheduled structured didactic activities
5
Training at hospital outpatient clinics during 1st year
17
Training during 1st year in ambulatory non-hospital community-based settings, e.g., physician offices, community clinics
17
Resident/Fellow Offerings
Resident/fellow retreats
Off-campus electives
Offers additional training or educational experience beyond accredited length
No
Special Tracks
Primary care
Hospitalist
Resident/Fellow Evaluations
Patient surveys
Program Evaluation
Aggregate resident Milestone achievements
Policy prohibits hiring smokers/users of nicotine products
No
Major medical insurance for residents
Resident Shares Cost
Major medical insurance for dependents
Resident Shares Cost
Major medical insurance for domestic partners
Resident Shares Cost
Outpatient mental health insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Inpatient mental health insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Group life insurance
Not Available
Dental insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Disability insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Resident Shares Cost
Primary teaching site
Research rotation
Optional
Research rotation duration
0
Resident participates during first year
Yes
Program ID
9993300243
Program Director
First Name
Adam
Last Name
Atoot
Degrees
MD
Address
HMH-Palisades Med Ctr
Transitional Yr Pgm
7600 River Rd
North Bergen, NJ 07047
United States
Phone
Fax
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-73.996239 40.793843)
Person to contact for more information about the program
First Name
Yari
Last Name
Arias
Address
HMH-Palisades Med Ctr
7600 River Road
7600 River Rd
North Bergen, NJ 07047
United States
Phone
Fax
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-73.996239 40.793843)
Salary paid by a non-profit institution
Yes
% USMD
11.20
% IMG
68.10
% DO
20.70
% Female
37.70
% Male
62.30
Total Physician
6
Total Non Physician
0
Percentage of full-time paid female physician faculty
33.30
Ratio of full-time equivalent paid faculty to positions
0.30
Call Schedule
| Frequency | Duration | Weeks/Months | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year |
Graduate year statistics
| Salary | Paid Vacation | Sick Leave | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $73,619 | 20 | 5 |
Total Positions
18
Level 2 required
Yes
Participates in San Francisco match
No
Participates in another matching program
No
Program Offers
Free parking
On-call meal allowance
PGY1 applicants to this program must have graduated from medical school within the past number of years
8
July Start Date
1
Not applicable
0
Applicants must have passed Step 1 to be considered
Yes
Applicants must have passed Step 2 to be considered
Yes
DO applicants must have passed Level 1 to be considered
Yes
DO applicants must have passed Level 2 to be considered
Yes
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