The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University
The The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency in Cleveland, OH 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
MetroHealth/Case Western PM&R residency at the MetroHealth Rehabilitation Institute, ranked #1 PM&R residency in Ohio by Doximity in 2026 and the top-funded PM&R department for NIH grants. Training covers stroke, brain injury and spinal cord injury inpatient care at MetroHealth and the VA, a year each of neuro and MSK continuity clinics, and a 12-month didactic cycle of at least three hours a week plus hands-on workshops. The institute also runs brain injury, pain and spinal cord injury fellowships.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- In-house call is about 40 calls in PGY-2, 15 in PGY-3 and 5 in PGY-4, with no weekends in PGY-4.
- Residents get 20 vacation days, 10 sick or personal days, 5 education days, 2500 dollars additional education funds and conference costs covered when presenting nationally.
- Graduates report a 100 percent ABPMR Part I pass rate on a five-year rolling cycle; applications run September 15 to December 23 with virtual interviews.
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 | $71,556.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $73,684.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $75,884.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $78,548.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $82,019.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $84,660.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $87,740.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-8 | 2026-2027 | $89,451.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-9 | 2026-2027 | $90,258.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-10 | 2026-2027 | $94,071.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 31, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
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Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Juliet C. Zakel, MD
- Program coordinator
- Melanie Moreno Colon
- Associate Program Director
- Joelle Gabet, MD
- Associate Program Director
- Terence Hillery, MD
- Associate Program Director
- Stephen Leb, MD
- Address
- 2500 MetroHealth Drive, Cleveland, OH 44109
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 Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency training
Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency training typically lasts 4 years, including a preliminary year.
Many programs begin in the second year, so applicants also arrange a preliminary or transitional year.
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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency?
This directory has no verified length for this program. Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency training typically lasts 4 years, including a preliminary year; confirm with the program.
How many positions does the The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation 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 The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation residency pay?
Published salaries are listed in the PGY salaries table on this page, with the academic year and official source.