Virginia Commonwealth University Health System
The Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency in Richmond, VA is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
CERSE joins a consortium of schools and departments across VCU. The consortium has more than $25 million in grant and contract sponsorship. Our three-year residency program trains compassionate and compassionate physical medicine and rehabilitation physician leaders.
Summarized from the program’s official website, checked October 5, 2026. Confirm details with the program.
PGY salaries
Published annual salaries or stipends in USD for the academic year shown. Check the notes and official source for included allowances, separate benefits, and effective dates. Institution schedules apply only where the program confirms coverage.
| Level | Academic year | Annual salary (USD) | Applies to | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | 2026-2027 | $69083.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $71009.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $73567.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $76438.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $80700.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $83501.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $86568.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-8 | 2026-2027 | $91609.00VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 11, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- pgy_salaries (verified, 2026-10-11): Official institution-wide resident compensation schedule for 2026–2027. VCU Health System published annual housestaff salary; biweekly payroll. Source 1
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Jessica Hupe, MD
- Program coordinator
- Julie Chiu
- PM&R Residency Associate Program Director
- Mary Caldwell, DO
- PM&R Residency Program Site Director
- Allison Hickman, DO
- webmaster@vcu.edu
- Phone
- (804) 828-4230
Contact details checked October 5, 2026.
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.