University of Miami/Jackson Health System Program
About This Program
High robotic case volume. Exposure to advanced and complex cases . We have achieved certification as Center of Excellence for treatment of Rectal Cancer. Optimal balance of case variety from anorectal procedures to complex open, laparoscopic, and robotic cases, from rigid to flexible endoscopies. Close relationship to top level NCI designated Comprehensive Cancer Center. The presence of a large IBD-GI center. Six board certified colorectal attendings committed to fellows education and training.
Program Statistics
Contact Information
Program Director
Nivedh Paluvoi, MD
University of Miami/Jackson Health Syste
Primary Program Contact
Maria I Otero
Jackson Memorial Hosp
Locations
University of Miami/Jackson Health Syste
4th Fl
1120 NW 14th St
Miami, FL 33136-2107
1611 Nw 12th Ave
Miami, FL 33136
1400 Nw 12th Ave
Miami, FL 33136
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match (i.e., Joint Service Graduate Medical Education Selection Board, Military Selection Board)
- SAU/AU Match (i.e., Urology Match)
- None
Does not offer open house or second look
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
- Letter from a department chair
- Program Director
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
PGY-1 Positions Not Offered
PGY-2 Positions Not Offered
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Program Starts Reviewing Applications
Application service release date
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
Salary Compensation
Year 6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 28 Vacation Days and 14 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.