Saint Michael’s Medical Center Podiatry Residency Program

Program Overview

Saint Michael’s Medical Center offers a comprehensive three-year Podiatric Medicine and Surgery Residency program that provides an all-inclusive surgical and medical training experience. Our program is designed to equip residents with the skills and knowledge necessary to excel in all aspects of podiatric medicine and surgery, preparing them for successful careers in either academic or clinical podiatric surgery.

Program Director

Jacob Reinkraut, DPM

Key Program Features:

• Duration: 3 years
• Focus: Surgical program encompassing all aspects of medical and surgical podiatry
• Location: Inner-city setting providing exposure to diverse pathology
• Track Record: 100% pass rate for Forefoot and Rearfoot Surgical Boards
• Case Volume: Residents consistently exceed forefoot, rearfoot, and ankle case requirements
• Surgical Experience: Gain broad operative experience through an abundance of surgical cases

Clinical Experience

Our residents benefit from a rich and varied clinical experience, including:

• Extensive access to podiatric and orthopedic surgical cases
• Primary responsibility for foot, ankle, and lower leg trauma
• Daily inpatient care
• On-call duties for acute podiatric medicine and trauma in the Emergency Room
• Evaluation and treatment of inpatient problems with increasing responsibility in outpatient, operative, and emergency settings
• Emphasis on decision-making skills for managing foot and ankle disorders, from diabetic foot and reconstruction to complex trauma
• Multidisciplinary approach to inpatient management, with consultation of appropriate services as needed
• Outpatient clinics held in a modern facility with on-site x-ray capability

Curriculum Highlights

Third Year

• Complex podiatric surgery and trauma
• Orthopedic trauma
• Behavioral sciences
• Rheumatology

Academic Curriculum

Our program emphasizes continuous learning through:

• Journal clubs
• Case reviews
• Foot and ankle conferences (joint sessions with orthopedics)
• Diabetic foot and ankle conferences (collaborations with plastic surgery)
• Quarterly cadaver labs
• Monthly dissection workshops

Interdisciplinary Collaboration

The Department of Podiatry maintains excellent relationships with various medical and surgical specialties, enhancing the resident experience:

• Close collaboration with medical, general, and sub-specialized services
• Strong ties with Plastic and Vascular Surgery departments
• Partnerships with several regional orthotic and prosthetic companies, providing direct access to their services through our outpatient facilities

Saint Michael’s Medical Center is committed to training the next generation of podiatric surgeons. Join us for a residency experience that will challenge you, inspire you, and prepare you for a successful career in podiatric medicine and surgery, whether in an academic or clinical setting.