Riverside University Health System Program
About This Program
Riverside University Health System (RUHS), located in one of the fastest-growing counties in the United States. Our busy county emergency department is not only a regional hub for pediatric and adult trauma care but also the only pediatric trauma center in Riverside County. RUHS - Medical Center stands as a Level I Trauma Center, a testament to our commitment to delivering the highest level of emergency care. During your training in Emergency Medicine here at RUHS, you'll engage with an incredib
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Thomas F Minahan, DO
Riverside Univ Health System
Primary Program Contact
Monique Mia Barrozo
Riverside University Health System
Locations
Riverside Univ Health System
Emergency Med Pgm
26520 Cactus Ave
Moreno Valley, CA 92555
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
Open House
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
- Physician preceptor at an away rotation (e.g., program director, faculty)
- SLOE preferred
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 5 year(s).
Gap Experience Requirement
PGY-1 applicants to this program with a gap of 1 year or more between medical school graduation and entry to residency must have the following experience occur during the gap: Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
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 Position Type(s) Offered:
PGY-2 Positions Not Offered
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Program Starts Reviewing Applications
Application service release date
Interview Offer Dates
Specialty Universal Dates
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Dental insurance
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
Salary Compensation
Year 1 through Year 3
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and 10 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.