HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident
The HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Internal Medicine residency in North Charleston, SC 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
Three-year internal medicine residency at HCA Healthcare Trident Hospital, a 321-bed community hospital in North Charleston, SC, ACGME-accredited since May 2020. Uses a 4+1 block schedule with weekly academic half-day, simulation lab and POCUS training.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- A 4+1 schedule of ten 5-week blocks: four weeks of a core rotation followed by one week of resident continuity clinic; PGY-3 has 20 weeks of electives.
- Afternoon conference Tuesdays and Fridays, Thursday academic half day, a weekly Friday simulation lab with mock codes, POCUS and procedures, and a monthly multidisciplinary lecture.
- Approximately one-third of graduates enter primary care, one-third become hospitalists and one-third pursue fellowship (recent matches include GI, nephrology, rheumatology, critical care, geriatrics and hematology/oncology).
- Benefits include 20 days of PTO plus 5 days of educational leave, professional memberships, conference and travel expense, cell phone, laptop/iPad and board prep expense.
- The program accepts J-1 visa applicants only and applicants must have graduated within the last two years, with exceptions for military and public service.
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 | $64,438.00 | Program | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $66,685.00 | Program | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $69,014.00 | Program | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 30, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
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Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Matthew Madden, MD
- Program coordinator
- Krista Pruitt
- Associate Program Director
- Margarita Tsionsky, DO, MS
- Address
- 9330 Medical Plaza Dr., Charleston, SC 29406
- Phone
- (843) 847-5621
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.
About Internal Medicine residency training
Internal Medicine residency training typically lasts 3 years.
Graduates go on to general internal medicine, hospital medicine or fellowship training such as cardiology, gastroenterology, or critical care.
General information about the specialty, not a statement about this program. Confirm details with the program.
How to apply to this residency
- Register with ERAS, the application service of the AAMC, and with the NRMP Main Residency Match.
- Apply to this program through ERAS during the application season, with the documents it asks for.
- If you interview here, rank the program on your NRMP rank order list by the deadline; Match results are released in March.
Deadlines, required documents, interview policy and visa sponsorship differ between programs and years. The program’s own website is the authority.
Prepare your application
- The NRMP Residency Match, explained
- Residency interview preparation: a four-week plan and question bank
- Residency interview strategies for USMLE candidates
- How to create a resume or CV for residency
- The Dean's letter (MSPE): what it is and how to get it from your medical school
- After the interview: highlight your strengths and send thank-you letters
- NRMP ranking algorithm & rank-list strategy
- Save money on USMLE and interview travel
- Study books by exam
- International medical graduates: ECFMG and visas
Questions to ask this program
Strong applicants use the interview to learn how a program trains its residents. Questions worth asking:
- How much autonomy do residents have at each training level, and how is supervision handled?
- Where do graduates go next: practice, fellowship or academic positions? Ask for recent examples.
- What are the call and night-float schedules, and how many hours do residents typically work?
- How are residents supported in preparing for board exams, and what is the program’s recent pass rate?
- What research, quality improvement or teaching opportunities are protected with time?
- What benefits, parental leave and wellness support does the program provide?
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to the HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Internal Medicine residency?
This directory lists the program in the NRMP Main Residency Match. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Internal Medicine residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 3 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Internal Medicine residency offer?
The number of positions is not recorded here. Ask the program or check the match service’s program listing for the current cycle.
What does the HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine/Trident Internal Medicine residency pay?
Published salaries are listed in the PGY salaries table on this page, with the academic year and official source.