Internal medicine residents at Saint Joseph Hospital manage patients on inpatient rotations in general internal medicine, critical care, and oncology, in addition to elective opportunities throughout Denver. The pathology seen is very diverse and while residents are given plenty of autonomy, there are always hospitalists and intensivists available in-house 24/7.

Electives opportunities are available at Saint Joseph Hospital, Kaiser Permanente, National Jewish Health, and the University of Colorado. Categorical residents will follow and manage a panel of patients in the Caritas Clinic, a charitable clinic for the underserved. Residents will typically have one full day of clinic twice a month.

The Saint Joseph Hospital Graduate Medical Education program uses ONLY the ERAS system (Electronic Residency Application System) for each year's application process and match. This service necessitates electronic applications only. We will be participating in the Supplemental ERAS application process. Please contact ERAS for more information on the application process.

Application Requirements

The following information is required for your application to be accepted for review:

• Personal statement
• USMLE or COMLEX Step 1 pass; Step 2 scores are strongly encouraged
• MSPE
• Medical school transcript
• Three letters of recommendation; one must be an internal medicine letter

For those who have postgraduate training, a letter of recommendation and/or evaluation from the program director is also required.

We offer a competitive salary and full range of benefits including:

• Generous health care package for residents and their families
• 401k retirement plan
• Malpractice insurance
• Paid time off for vacation and sick time
• Education fund
• Moving allowance
• and more!

More details are available in the document linked below.

Visiting fourth-year students in good standing from United States LCME- or AOA-accredited schools may apply for a General Internal Medicine Inpatient Acting-Internship experience at Saint Joseph Hospital. This highly sought after 4-week rotation is excellent preparation for residency.

Application requirements

• A signed Affiliation Agreement between your school and Saint Joseph Hospital
• A copy of your transcript and a letter from your dean indicating you are enrolled, in good standing, and have permission to take the elective, as well as an attestation of a current background check with no adverse findings. You must have successfully completed all third year clerkships before starting your 4th year.
• Verification of HIPAA and Universal Precaution Training
• Verification of health insurance
• Verification of malpractice insurance
• Verification and documentation of TB testing and immunization status, including mandatory Flu and COVID vaccinations.
• A personal statement expressing your career goals and future residency interests
• A score of Pass on first Attempt of the USMLE scores or COMLEXexam
• A current curriculum vitae
• A letter of recommendation from a previous rotation
• We do not accept students for "Observorships."

How to apply

1. Apply via the VSLO website.
2. Our student coordinator will send you and/or your school the Externship Affiliation Agreement, which must be signed.
3. Arrange other supporting documents as outlined above.
4. As noted, we will notify you of the status of your application by June 1. Please remember your VSLO application does not guarantee you a position.

International medical students

Scores on Step 2 must be 240 or greater and you must have successfully passed Step 1 and the Step 2 CS examination. International Medical Graduates must have at least eight weeks of inpatient internal medicine experience in a U.S. Hospital during which notes and orders are written. Observerships do not count toward this requirement. Applicants must be within 2 years of graduation from medical school. All positions are considered through ERAS and determined through the NRMP. Successful applicants are assisted in obtaining J-1 visas.

Contact information

Kendra Chapman, Saint Joseph Hospital
1375 E. 19th Avenue Russell Pavilion – 2nd Floor GME
Denver, CO 80218
(O) 303-812-6413
(F) 303-812-5161
Kendra.Chapman@imail.org

Mission Statement 

To train and educate competent and compassionate resident physicians in the core skills and knowledge of Internal Medicine so that they can improve the health and well-being of the people and communities they serve, especially those who are poor and vulnerable. 

Program Aims 

• We will work to recruit outstanding residents into our internal medicine training program while working to retain faculty and develop their skills. 
• We will train residents to provide compassionate, holistic, high-value care to all populations, including the poor and vulnerable. 
• We will train, prepare, and provide residents with high-quality mentorship to achieve their career goals whether it be in hospital medicine, ambulatory care, or other subspecialties. 
• We will provide residents, faculty, and medical students with robust opportunities for scholarly and educational activities, including research and quality improvement. 
• We will promote health and wellness and provide a collegial, nurturing, and culturally sensitive environment for learning and growth. 
• We will prepare all graduates to pass the ABIM certification exam on their first attempt. 

Graduates from the Internal Medicine Program have their choice of hospital-based practice, outpatient practice, traditional practice, or rural practice. Many of our graduates go on to pursue sub-specialty careers. The Internal Medicine Faculty advises residents through our mentoring program to prepare them for any future after graduation, whether that’s applying for a fellowship match, or choosing and succeeding in a practice that fits them personally.