Martine Cioffi, PGY-2
“I am thrilled to share my positive experience with the Internal Medicine Residency Program at St. John’s Riverside Hospital. My journey with this program began during my core rotations as a medical student, which provided me with an invaluable head start. The familiarity I gained with the hospital’s layout and the staff allowed me to form meaningful relationships before even starting residency. One of the reasons I chose this program is the welcoming and inclusive atmosphere I experienced as a student. The culture here is truly exceptional—everyone is approachable and always willing to provide guidance. This supportive environment made it clear that this is a place where both professional and personal growth are encouraged. The benefits of being part of a smaller program are evident in our day-to-day interactions. We are able to focus on details and provide patient care with a personalized touch, which might be challenging in larger programs. Staying here instead of being matched elsewhere has been a privilege as the close-knit community and collaborative spirit make this program an ideal place for learning and development.”
Alexander Hinnenkamp, PGY-3
“The St. John’s Riverside Hospital internal medicine residency program offers a multitude of advantages that set it apart from others. With a focus on comprehensive, hands-on training, it provides residents with the opportunity to work directly with leading experts in their field, gaining invaluable real-world experience. The program’s diverse range of clinical rotations ensures a well-rounded exposure to various specialties, fostering both breadth and depth in medical knowledge. Additionally, the supportive and collaborative environment encourages professional growth and mentorship, allowing residents to develop strong clinical and interpersonal skills. Overall, the strong relationships that I have with my co-residents and attending physicians makes St. John’s a great place to learn and grow personally and professionally.”
Hillary Grainer, Former PGY-3, Class of 2021
“Being a resident at St. John’s for the last two and a half almost three years has been a wonderful experience. This being a smaller residency program has really allotted me such opportunities to form very strong bonds with all of my fellow co-residents, administration and even my attendings. There is such a great sense of camaraderie amongst everyone, so much so that I consider my co-residents almost like my second family. Since the only two residency programs here are internal medicine and emergency medicine, the residents here truly get a very hands-on clinical training experience that one would not get at a larger institution with more fellows and attendings present on-site. Being part of the wellness committee, we really strive to achieve a work-life balance for our residents and I think we truly succeed. I have found that most if not all of the administration and attending physicians have been so approachable and provide great wisdom which has made my residency experience that much smoother. I am grateful to have matched and gone through my training here and will truly miss everyone when I graduate!”
