Jamaica Hospital Medical Center Program
About This Program
Train at one of NYC's busiest safety-net hospitals, serving a diverse, high-acuity population. Residents gain early autonomy, manage complex pathology, and develop strong clinical judgment. Our program combines rigorous clinical training with a strong sense of community, close mentorship, leadership opportunities, and a culture that values education, advocacy, and teamwork.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Marina Ravich, MD
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
Primary Program Contact
Gabe Cruz, MPH
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
Locations
Jamaica Hospital Medical Center
Dept. of Medicine
8900 Van Wyck Expy
Richmond Hill, NY 11418-2832
8900 Ave & Van Wyck Expwy
Jamaica, NY 11418-2897
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
Data not provided by program
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 6 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
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Dec 1, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Oct 1, 2025 - Feb 13, 2026
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Dec 31, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Oct 1, 2026 - Feb 12, 2027
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
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- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-1 through PGY-3
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 20 Vacation Days and 12 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.