Welcome to the Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center Internal Medicine Residency Program
We are proud to launch a program built on excellence, innovation, and compassionate care in one of the most diverse and rapidly growing regions in the country. At Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center, our mission is simple: to improve health every day - and our residency is designed to prepare the next generation of internists to do just that.
Here, you will train in a supportive environment where faculty are deeply invested in your growth and mentorship. Our diverse patient population provides an exceptional learning experience, blending complex pathology with community-based care. Beyond clinical training, we offer opportunities in research, quality improvement, leadership development, and wellness - ensuring you are prepared for any career path you choose.
We invite you to explore what makes our residency unique and join us in shaping the future of medicine in Northern Virginia.
Our hospital:
Sentara Northern Virginia Medical Center (SNVMC) is a not-for-profit, 183-bed community hospital located in Woodbridge, serving greater Prince William County. As a Level III Trauma Center, SNVMC blends the close-knit feel of community hospital care with the strength and reach of a major, integrated health system. SNVMC offers advanced services—private rooms, cutting-edge imaging, virtual nursing, robotic surgery, women’s & children’s services, a 60,000-annual-visit ED, ICU, inpatient medicine, hematology/oncology, outpatient clinics, and more.
SNVMC serves a rapidly growing, suburban population recognized for its diversity. In fact, Prince William County is one of the fastest growing healthcare markets in Virginia that will afford young professionals access to a wide range of future career possibilities.
It is the growth in the region that makes this an opportune time to launch this Internal Medicine Residency Program at SNVMC.
Our program:
SNVMC’s residency program will provide unparalleled training for your medical career, offering hands-on experience with guidance and support from dedicated professionals skilled in their respective specialties. You will experience close patient-physician relationships, broad case exposure, and real impact on regional health. With a wealth of resources, our program will enable you to develop excellent clinical skills while attaining long-term career goals.
Sentara’s executive leadership team demonstrates unwavering commitment to medical education. Executive leadership, including the CMO and myself actively engages with the Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC) to ensure alignment with ACGME standards, providing substantial resources such as funding, dedicated faculty time, and advanced facilities to foster a high-quality learning environment. This strategic oversight prioritizes resident well-being and professional development, exemplified by comprehensive health plans and wellness programs, positioning Sentara as a leader in cultivating the next generation of physicians.
Application process:
Applicants must apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and submit the following materials:
- Completed ERAS application
Including personal information, education history, experiences, and certifications. - Personal statement
- Official medical school transcript
- Dean’s letter (MSPE – Medical Student Performance Evaluation)
- Minimum 3 letters of recommendation
- USMLE step 1 and step 2 CK (or COMLEX Level 1 and Level 2-CE) passed on first attempt.
- For international medical graduates, US clinical experience is preferred and step 2 CK score must be available before consideration for interview.
- While all applications are reviewed, we give strong preference to interview those who signal our program (gold or silver).
The Internal Medicine Residency Program only accepts applications through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). All residency positions are matched through the National Residency Matching Program.