Saint Joseph Health System

Introduction

We are a PMSR/RRA 36-month program offering comprehensive training in both forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Our goal is to ensure residents gain confidence and competence in managing the full spectrum of podiatric conditions, including—but not limited to—trauma, diabetic foot infection, wound care, sports medicine, Charcot reconstruction, and flatfoot reconstruction. For those with a special interest in limb preservation, we provide extensive experience in advanced limb salvage techniques. Additionally, residents interested in academic pursuits will find research opportunities readily available within the program.
Residency Director
Jason Grove
Program Director
Clerkship Director
Jason Grove
Program Director
Program Contact
Sherry Smith
Program Manager
Public Contact Information
smithsh@sjrmc.com
5743356817

www.sjmed.com
611 E. Douglas Road, #101
Mishawaka, IN 46545
USA

Program Overview

Program Emphasis

Multidisciplinary team approach, high volume surgery, resident clinic, trauma

Experiences Offered

Anesthesiology
Behavioral Science
Emergency Room
Family Practice
Infectious Disease
Internal Medicine
Office Rotations
Orthopedics
Outpatient Clinic
Plastic Surgery
Podiatry
Podiatry Surgery
Radiology
Rehabilitation
Rheumatology
Surgery
Trauma
Vascular Surgery
Wound Care Limb Salvage
Book Club
Grand Rounds
Journal Club
Research
Lecture Series

Clerkship Overview

We are a PMSR/RRA 36-month program offering comprehensive training in both forefoot and rearfoot surgery. Our goal is to ensure residents gain confidence and competence in managing the full spectrum of podiatric conditions, including—but not limited to—trauma, diabetic foot infection, wound care, sports medicine, Charcot reconstruction, and flatfoot reconstruction. For those with a special interest in limb preservation, we provide extensive experience in advanced limb salvage techniques. Additionally, residents interested in academic pursuits will find research opportunities readily available within the program.

Clerkship Information

Clerkship application requirements

Applicant Requirements

Vehicle
Background Check
Background Check Type: Copy from School
Drug Test Submitted By Student
Liability Insurance
COVID Vaccination
Clerkship Fee: n/a

Academic Requirements

Minimum GPA: 2.8
Requires Transcript
Requires CV
Other Applicant Requirements
Letter of Good Standing from School Background Check Submitted from student/School Immunizations including 9-panel drug screen, TB, Flu, COVID Certificate of Liability Insurance from School

Housing Recommendations

Residents may have recommendations
Approximate Housing Costs: $500

Participating Months
February 2026
March 2026
April 2026
May 2026
June 2026
July 2026
August 2026
September 2026
October 2026
November 2026
December 2026
February 2027
March 2027
April 2027
May 2027

Residency Overview

Saint Joseph Health System offers two positions per year in its PMSR/RRA residency program. The program provides residents with exceptional hands-on surgical training in forefoot and rearfoot procedures, including both reconstructive and non-reconstructive surgery, limb salvage, and trauma management. Residents benefit from strong interdisciplinary collaboration, with vascular, general, and orthopedic surgeons who are highly receptive to podiatry residents and actively involve them in surgical cases. Training spans across four area hospitals and three ambulatory surgery centers, with residents also responsible for the in-house care of patients at Saint Joseph Health System. The educational curriculum includes Journal Club, weekly academic sessions, the ACFAS Surgical Skills Course, external fixation in-services, cadaver labs, and attendance at regional and national conferences.

Residency Information

Residency Start Date: July 01, 2026

Available Residencies

PMSR: 0
PMSR-RRA: 2

Annual Stipends

1st year: $65,400 + $2,000 sign-on bonus
2nd year: $70,000
3rd year: $72,937
4th year: n/a

Other Benefits

Provides CME Allowance
Provides Health Insurance
Provides Malpractice Insurance
Provides Meals
Provides Sick Leave
Provides Uniforms
Provides Vacation

Affiliated Institutions

Saint Joseph Health System in Mishawaka and Plymouth, Memorial Hospital in South Bend, Elkhart General, South Bend Specialty Surgery Center, South Bend Clinic Surgery Center, Unity Surgical Hospital

Other Benefits Provided

Vacation - 15 days for PGY1 & PGY2 and 20 days for PGY3 plus 5 CME days per year + $2,000 per year CME reimbursement and $300 Book Allowance per year and APMA Membership Dues each year and SCOPE Course Registration for PGY1.

Residency Application Requirements

Application Fee: n/a
Minimum GPA: 2.8
Residency Gives Priority To Clerks
Payable To: n/a
Other Applicant Requirements: Application, CV, Letters of Recommendations, Transcripts

Other Residency Requirements

Accreditation: JCAHO
Licence Required For First Year: Yes, Indiana temp podiatry license
Staff DPMs Count: 12
Other qualifications
ACLS
CPR
COTHMember
RescueFund
Additional Residency Programs
Allopathic Family Medicine, Pharmacy, Sports Medicine Fellowship.