DVA - Miami VA Healthcare System
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Introduction
The Miami VA Podiatry Residency Program is a well-established and highly respected institution. Our graduates are well-rounded, trained in the latest techniques, and proficient in addressing a wide range of foot and ankle conditions. The program offers comprehensive exposure to lower extremity pathologies, including trauma, limb salvage, and primary podiatric care. For over 40 years, we have served as a center of excellence for South Florida veterans, handling complex cases and challenging pathologies. The program is led by four dedicated attending physicians, each specializing in sports medicine, limb salvage, and trauma. Residents also gain valuable private practice experience through rotations at the University of Miami and South Florida Sports Institute. Residents work alongside University of Miami School of Medicine residents, receiving top-tier training from various departments, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience.Residency Director
Jean-Jacques
Kassis
3057851204
jean-jacques.kassis@va.gov
Clerkship Director
Jeffrey
Molinaro
3055757000
Jeffrey.Molinaro1@va.gov
Program Contact
Jean-Jacques
Kassis
3057851204
jean-jacques.kassis@va.gov
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Program Overview
Program Emphasis
We emphasize a well-rounded approach to training, which includes collaboration with other specialties. Our residents gain valuable experience by rotating through Infectious Disease and Internal Medicine. Additionally, they have the option to further enhance their skills by rotating through Orthopedics, Vascular Surgery, and Plastic Surgery, providing them with a broad, multidisciplinary experienc.
Experiences Offered
Anesthesiology
Behavioral Science
Burn Surgery
Dermatology
Emergency Room
Infectious Disease
Internal Medicine
Neurology
Office Rotations
Orthopedics
Outpatient Clinic
Pain Management
Pathology Lab
Plastic Surgery
Podiatry
Podiatry Surgery
Radiology
Rehabilitation
Surgery
Trauma
Vascular Surgery
Wound Care Limb Salvage
Board Review
Journal Club
Lecture Series
Clerkship Overview
Student doctors are to spent their month in our main hospital. They will receive the monthly schedule by the rotating resident and are expected to participate in our grand-rounds and journal club. The goal of the clerkship program is to expose the student to our program, they will spend most of their time in our clinics and operating room.
Clerkship Information
Clerkship application requirements
Academic Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Other Applicant Requirements
There are no other application requirements.
Participating Months
January 2026
February 2026
March 2026
April 2026
May 2026
June 2026
July 2026
August 2026
September 2026
October 2026
November 2026
December 2026
January 2027
February 2027
March 2027
April 2027
May 2027
Residency Overview
A clinical and surgical residency training program with exposure to all aspects of podiatry, including inpatient care, wound care, trauma, and elective surgery. Residents are well integrated and respected within the hospital community. The hospital is affiliated with the University of Miami School of Medicine. Clerkship not mandatory but HIGHLY recommended.
Residency Manual
Download the residency manualResidency Information
Residency Start Date: July 01, 2026
Available Residencies
PMSR: 0
PMSR-RRA: 2
Annual Stipends
1st year: 60,376.00
2nd year: 62,960.00
3rd year: 65,753.00
4th year:
Other Benefits
Provides Health Insurance
Provides Malpractice Insurance
Provides Meals
Provides Sick Leave
Provides Uniforms
Provides Vacation
Affiliated Institutions
BUSPM, NYCPM, OCPM, SCPM, CCPM, TUSPM, CPMS, Midwestern U, Kent, U of Miami, Jackson Memorial Hospital, Baptist Southwest, Palm Beach Gardens Hosp, Weston Outpt Surgical Center, West Palm VAResidency Application Requirements
Minimum GPA: 3.0
Residency Gives Priority To Clerks
Other Residency Requirements
Accreditation: JCAHO
Licence Required For First Year: Florida License
Staff DPMs Count: 5
NBPME Part III Required by July 1
Other qualifications
NBPE Part III
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