Internal Medicine Residency at Jersey Shore University Medical Center

Welcome Message from the Program Director

We cordially welcome you to the Hackensack Meridian Health Jersey Shore University Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency Program is one of the largest ACGME-accredited IM residency programs within the Hackensack Meridian System, located in Southern New Jersey. Our program boasts a friendly and collaborative environment, where residents feel supported and excited to come to work each day. Our mission is to Provide exceptional clinical training, teach a holistic approach to patient care, Uphold high academic standards and Mentor the professional growth of our residents.

We strongly believe in a well-rounded approach to learning, and therefore, we offer a balanced curriculum that includes both didactic and clinical instruction, ensuring our residents are fully prepared for the realities of practicing medicine. Our program is meticulously designed to nurture clinical skills and knowledge while fostering a supportive and collaborative environment. We ensure that residents have protected time to participate in didactics. Our residents enjoy the state-of-the-art simulation laboratory at HOPE Tower and comprehensive resident wellness program.

Our dedicated faculty is committed to teaching and mentoring our residents, guiding them to become knowledgeable, compassionate, and competent clinicians. We encourage residents to engage in scholarly activities, research projects, and quality improvement initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional growth. Our program provides a diverse range of rotations, including core medicine, subspecialties, intensive care units, ambulatory care, and electives. This allows residents to explore their areas of interest and tailor their training to their career goals. We promote teamwork, open communication, and mutual respect, cultivating a collaborative atmosphere where residents can thrive. Our program instills the habit of lifelong learning, emphasizing the application of evidence-based medicine in clinical practice

Our program is diverse and inclusive, with almost an equal number of US and international medical graduates. We are proud of our vibrant corridor, filled with medical students from our own Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine and St. George University, many of whom choose to complete their residency with us due to excellent clerkship experiences. Our program is multi-ethnic and culturally diverse, ensuring our residents become culturally competent and learn to provide healthcare without disparities.

In addition to superior clinical training, we prioritize the well-being of our residents. We emphasize work-life balance and provide resources and support systems to help residents maintain physical and mental well-being throughout their training. We believe happy and fulfilled residents are better equipped to deliver exceptional patient care.

We ensure that our graduates acquire proficiency in all six domains of core competency required by ACGME and are well-prepared for independent, unsupervised practice while internalizing the concepts of value-based and team-based care. Every year, our graduates match in competitive fellowships in highly academic programs across the country, including JSUMC. Many of them pursue careers as hospitalists in our HMH system, primary care physicians, subspecialty consultants, and academic faculty.

Our program fosters a collegial environment where faculty, residents, medical students, and hospital staff experience a familial and team-oriented atmosphere. We invite you to explore our program and learn more about what we offer. We look forward to assisting you in achieving your goals and are confident that our program will help you become a successful internist.

We encourage you to reach out to us with any questions you may have by calling our department or emailing us.

Thank you for your interest in the Hackensack Meridian Health Jersey Shore University Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency Program!

M. Amir Hossain M.D., FACP, PMC, M-MBA
Program Director
Internal Medicine Residency Program
Jersey Shore University Medical Center
Associate Professor of Medicine
Hackensack Meridian School of Medicine