IMGPrep | VA Caribbean Healthcare System Program 1404231398 | Internal Medicine

VA Caribbean Healthcare System Program

Internal Medicine Analyst Verified · Feb 13, 2026

VA Caribbean Healthcare System Program

VA Caribbean Healthcare System Program is a residency program specializing in Internal Medicine, located in San Juan, Puerto Rico, directed by Jose J. Acevedo- Valles, MD and coordinated by Sherrie Vega-Ocasio. The program accepts applications through October 1, 2026. International Medical Graduates interested in this program may contact the program coordinator directly at sherrie.vega-ocasio@va.gov or (787) 541-7582. IMGPrep analysts have verified and compiled this program’s IMG acceptance rate, USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 score requirements, Visa Sponsorship Policy, graduation year cutoff, and ECFMG certificate requirements — available to IMGPrep subscribers.

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VA Caribbean Healthcare System Program
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IMG % IMG %

10/01/2026
19 days left

PR

N/A

Deadline 10/01/2026 19 days left
Accreditation Status N/A
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USMLE STEP 1
USMLE STEP 1
USMLE STEP 2
USMLE STEP 2

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VISA POLICY

VISA

GRADUATION CUT OFF

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CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

CLINICAL EXPERIENCE

ECFMG CERTIFICATE

ECFMG CERTIFICATE

PROGRAM MISSION STATEMENT

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CURRENT RESIDENTS
Program Director
Name: Jose J. Acevedo- Valles, MD
Program Coordinator
Name: Sherrie Vega-Ocasio Email: sherrie.vega-ocasio@va.gov Phone: (787) 541-7582 Address: 10 Casia St,San Juan
Program Website
https://www.va.gov/caribbean-health-care/work-with-us/internships-and-fellowships/
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