Saint Francis Hospital and Medical Center

Introduction

Well rounded PMSR-RRA program with high volume and diversity of cases. Residents work at several hospitals and surgery centers in the greater Hartford area with St. Francis Hospital being our main teaching facility.
Residency Director
Rafael Gonzalez
DPM
Clerkship Director
Rafael Gonzalez
DPM
Program Contact
Meagan Hayes
Res. Coordinator
Public Contact Information
gissel.cruz@trinityhealthofne.org
8607141561

https://www.trinityhealthofne.org/clinical-education-and-research/graduate-medical-education/podiatric-medicine-and-surgery-residency-program
114 Woodland Street
Attn: Podiatry - MS# 40501
Hartford, CT 06105
USA

Program Overview

Program Emphasis

Located in the capital of Connecticut, our three-year foot and ankle surgery program is a sight to see. From local wound care and amputations to complex foot and ankle reconstruction and external fixator applications, we have it all! Well-rounded nature entailing surgery, in patient care, Podiatry clinic and Wound care center. High volume and great variety of surgical procedures.

Experiences Offered

Anesthesiology
Behavioral Science
Dermatology
Emergency Room
Infectious Disease
Office Rotations
Outpatient Clinic
Pathology Lab
Plastic Surgery
Podiatry
Podiatry Surgery
Radiology
Rheumatology
Surgery
Vascular Surgery
Wound Care Limb Salvage
Board Review
Grand Rounds
Journal Club
Research
Lecture Series

Clerkship Overview

We offer a one-month clerkship for qualified students. Applicants must use the clerkship website. Students actively participate in all hospital based activities including clinics and operating room at our main campus, Saint Francis Hospital and Johnson Surgery Center. We can accommodate up to three students per month from March through December.

Clerkship Information

Clerkship application requirements

Applicant Requirements

Vehicle
Background Check
Drug Test Submitted By Student
Liability Insurance
HIPAA Training
Clerkship Fee: None

Academic Requirements

Minimum GPA: 3.0*
Minimum Rank: No
Requires Transcript
Requires CV
Other Applicant Requirements
CV; *Minimum GPA could be waived if applicant has visited or clerked at program; **Clerkship is highly recommended. Students are required to have a car.

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

Residency Overview

Please visit our website, www.trinityhealthofne.org. Visitation is highly recommended. CPME has granted a PMSR designation with Rear foot and Ankle credential. For specific questions about our program or visa issues contact our residency coordinator Meagan Hayes - Meagan.Hayes@trinityhealthofne.org

Residency Information

Residency Start Date: June 23, 2025

Available Residencies

PMSR: 0
PMSR-RRA: 2

Annual Stipends

1st year: $72,272.00
2nd year: $75,006.00
3rd year: $78,823.00
4th year: 0

Other Benefits

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

Affiliated Institutions

Bloomfield Ambulatory Surgery Center; Eastern Connecticut Health Network; Johnson Memorial Hospital Enfield Outpatient Department; Bristol Hospital and Middlesex Hospital and Surgery Center

Other Benefits Provided

Contact Program. Meals voucher for on-call resident.

Residency Application Requirements

Application Fee: 0
Minimum GPA: 3.0*
Minimum Rank: No
Residency Gives Priority To Clerks
Other Applicant Requirements: CV; *Minimum GPA could be waived if applicant has visited or clerked at program; **Clerkship is highly recommended. Students are required to have a car.

Other Residency Requirements

Accreditation: JCAHO
Licence Required For First Year: No
Staff DPMs Count: 30
Other qualifications
ACLS
CPR
COTHMember
RescueFund
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