Our Programs

Our residency programs are well known and at levels seldom found in a community hospital setting. We develop close relationships with our residents to help develop superior clinical physicians with a broad knowledge of medicine, excellent technical skills, and mature, informed judgment in the following areas:


About Us

Are you ready to be part of a community that offers clinical sophistication, complex cases, a team-oriented environment, and a commitment to Planetree patient-centered care? We understand that for you, medical education is a serious and special commitment, and we value the unique dimension teaching brings to our services here at Stamford Hospital. We are proud of our affiliation with the Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons of Columbia University and promise to provide you with a rich, dynamic environment that only teaching hospitals possess. Furthermore, the city of Stamford has much to offer in the way of accessibility, nightlife, and cultural diversity.

If you choose to do your residency with us, your experience will be unique. You’ll be a vital part of a community hospital which offers not only extensive clinical exposure to a broad range of medical problems but also the opportunity to experience meaningful involvement with patients and their families. You’ll be contributing to a unique philosophy of care with the latest in medical knowledge and expertise. You’ll also enjoy the intellectual stimulation and growth that comes from listening to, and associating with, many of the foremost medical specialists of our day who are regular contributors to Grand Rounds.
Stamford Health's Department of Research and Discovery is an experienced, multi-faceted team that provides key assistance for many pharmaceutical and federally funded research trials.

2024 – 2025 Resident Compensation

PGY Year Base Salary Housing Stipend
(12 months)
Total Direct Compensation
1 $73,138 $9,000 $82,138
2 $77,112 $9,000 $86,112
3 $81,343 $9,000 $90,343
4 $86,217 $9,000 $95,217
5 $88,911 $9,000 $97,911

Residency Benefits

Housing Stipend

Residents receive $750 per month housing stipend.

Food Allowance

Residents receive a $2,000 per academic year credit-based meal plan to be used at Stamford Health dining facilities.

Medical Insurance

Coverage effective on first day of employment. Employee cost based on plan selected and number of people enrolled. Employee contributions are on a pre-tax basis.

Dental Insurance

Coverage effective on first day of employment. Employee cost based on number of people enrolled. Employee contributions are on a pre-tax basis.

Flexible Spending Accounts


Healthcare Reimbursement Program

Employee contributes pre-tax dollars to an account from which eligible out-of-pocket healthcare expenses are reimbursed.

Dependent Care Reimbursement Program

Employee contributes pre-tax dollars to an account from which eligible dependent care expenses related to your employment are reimbursed.

Long Term Disability

Premiums are paid by Stamford Health System. LTD insurance provides financial security if an accident or sickness prevents you from working for more than 90 days while you are totally disabled.

Life Insurance

Coverage effective on first day of employment. Premiums are paid by Stamford Health System for life and accidental death and dismemberment insurance.

Supplemental Insurance

Supplemental life insurance and short-term disability insurance are available for employees and family members via payroll deductions.

Tax Deferred Annuities

Residents are eligible to participate in the employer-matched 403(b) tax-sheltered annuity (TSA) plan.

  • 21 days of Paid Time Off (PTO) + a “Floating” (one additional PTO day) to be used in accordance with one’s personal preference.
  • Malpractice Insurance
  • Employee Assistance Program
  • On-site employee Credit Union
  • Employee Health Services
  • Lab Coats and Scrub Sets
  • Reduced Rate at Sarner Health & Fitness Institute
  • Physician Wellness Resources including SpringHealth and VITAL WorkLife
  • Access to Columbia University Augustus C. Long Health Sciences Library resources.
Additional Valuable Benefits

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