Internal Medicine Residency Program
Welcome to AtlantiCare’s Internal Medicine Residence Program
As a community-based teaching hospital, ARMC’s Internal Medicine Residency Program encourages coordinated health care delivery across the continuum, emphasizing health information and health engagement in the community. ARMC maintains high quality and distinction through its performance excellence commitments which are carried into our Internal Medicine Residency Program.
By focusing on continuous improvement efforts as an organization and compliance with the ACGME Institutional, Common Program and Osteopathic Recognition Requirements. We provide a safe and collegial learning environment for our residents that they may develop into capable and competent physicians devoted to life-long learning and the delivery of safe and efficient healthcare.
2026-2027 Interviews
Conducted virtually starting September 2025
Number of Positions
16
Length of the Program
3 Years
Program Start Date
July 1, 2026
We maintain an environment that attracts and retains the best people through our commitment to carry out our professional responsibilities and adhere to ethical principles while maintaining sensitivity to a diverse patient population. Utilizing effective information exchange and teaming up with patients, families and other health care professionals.
We earn customer loyalty by delighting all those we serve by providing compassionate, appropriate and effective care for the treatment of health problems and the promotion of health.
We utilize evidence based practice to demonstrate awareness of and responsiveness to the health care system and are able to effectively call on system resources to provide care that is of optimal value.
We grow to increase access and improve population health through the appraisal and assimilation of scientific evidence and the improvement of patient care.
We achieve excellent results and provide exceptional value by maintaining up to date medical knowledge and the subsequent application of that knowledge to improve patient care.
Meet the Director
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Aileen Boa-Hocbo, MD, MBA, FACP, FHMRESIDENCY PROGRAM DIRECTOR Dr. Boa-Hocbo is a hospitalist at AtlantiCare Physician Group. She is board certified in internal medicine. |
Core Faculty

Joseph Santora, DO, FACP, FCOI
Associate Program Director
Director of Osteopathic Education
Board Certified in Internal Medicine
Hospitalist

Saraswathi Racherla, MD, FACP, FHM, MBA
Associate Program Director, Ambulatory Clinic
Hospitalist at AtlantiCare Graduate of Internal Medicine Program

Aditya Bansal, MD, FCCP
Division Director Pulmonary Medicine
Graduate of Internal Medicine Residency Program

Robert Chorney, PsyD
Teaching Faculty
Behavioral Medicine Licensed Psychologist

Haitham Dib, MD, MBA
Graduate of Medical Residency Program

Javid Iqbal, MD, MBA, FACP, FHM
Board Certified in Internal Medicine
Hospitalist

Kimberly Mazur, MD
Medical Director, FQHC/Ambulatory Care

Yatish Merchant, MD, MBBS, FACC
Board Certified- Internal Medicine and Cardiology
Chief Residents

Medical School:
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine

Medical School:
St. George's University School of Medicine
St. George’s University School of Medicine

Medical School:
G.M.E.R.S. Medical College
G.M.E.R.S. Medical College
Current Residents
PGY 1

Hometown:
Sayreville, NJ
Medical School:
Dow International Medical College
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
ACE II receptor gene mutation, quantitative immunological detection of ACE II receptors and micronutrient association with hospital-acquired COVID-19 patients
Personal Interests:
Painting, gardening, henna artistry
Dow International Medical College

Hometown:
Lahore, Pakistan
Medical School:
Allama Iqbal Medical College
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
social determinants of health on lead exposure and hypertension.
Personal Interests:
running, binge watching shows, and being an at-home amateur barista
Allama Iqbal Medical College

Hometown:
Riyadh, Saudi Arabia & Amman, Jordan
Medical School:
Medical University of Gdansk
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Interventional cardiology, public health, personalized medicine
Personal Interests:
running, soccer, weightlifting, cooking, photography
Medical University of Gdansk

Hometown:
Teaneck, NJ
Medical School:
FMH College of Medicine & Dentistry
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Personal Interests:
basketball, Formula 1, cricket, traveling, reading, cooking
FMH College of Medicine & Dentistry

Hometown:
Longmeadow, MA
Medical School:
Dow International Medical College
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Community Service
Personal Interests:
technology, rollerblading, reading, Muay Thai
Dow International Medical College

Hometown:
Voorhees, NJ
Medical School:
Ross University School of Medicine
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Community Service
Personal Interests:
sports, reading, competitive gaming
Ross University School of Medicine

Hometown:
Brick, NJ
Medical School:
Rowan-Virtua School of Osetopathic Medicine
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
cardiovascular & orthopedic studies
Personal Interests:
weightlifting, gaming, visiting the beach
Rowan-Virtua School of Osetopathic Medicine

Hometown:
Redmond, WA and Delhi, India
Medical School:
Shri BM Patil Medical College and Research Centre
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
enhancing public health literacy, and promoting preventive medicine, especially in underserved communities
Personal Interests:
Bharatanatyam and playing the sitar, photography, hiking
Shri BM Patil Medical College and Research Centre

Hometown:
Gandhinagar, India
Medical School:
Government Medical College Bhavnagar
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
preventive medicine with focus on disease prevention through early screening
Personal Interests:
Pencil Sketches, Nature Photography, Exploring Cafes, and Chess
Government Medical College Bhavnagar

Hometown:
Chesapeake, VA
Medical School:
Ross University School of Medicine
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Cardiology
Personal Interests:
football, basketball, guitar, travel, food, gym
Ross University School of Medicine

Hometown:
Piscataway, NJ
Medical School:
NYIT COM
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
to help patients achieve their overarching health goals
Personal Interests:
dance, swimming, karaoke, snow tubing
NYIT COM

Hometown:
Lahore, Pakistan
Medical School:
Shalamar Medical & Dental College
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Narrative Medicine & Rheumatology
Personal Interests:
scrapbooking, driving, reading, travel, movies, food
Shalamar Medical & Dental College

Hometown:
Lipa City, Philippines
Medical School:
Far Eastern University of Medicine
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
community service, mental health
Personal Interests:
travel, food, outdoor activities, time with family & friends
Far Eastern University of Medicine

Hometown:
Ashburn, Virginia
Medical School:
Malla Reddy Institute of Medical Sciences
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Promoting care for underserved population and public health initiatives
Personal Interests:
dancing, practicing spirituality, and exploring films, food and places
Malla Reddy Institute of Medical Sciences
PGY 2

Hometown:
Lahore, Pakistan
Medical School:
CMH Lahore Medical College and Institute of Dentistry
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Cancer treatment research
Personal Interests:
Painting, traveling, henna tattooing
CMH Lahore Medical College and Institute of Dentistry

Hometown:
Cebu, Philippines
Medical School:
Cebu Institute of Medicine
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Health equity
Personal Interests:
Soccer, boxing, surfing, skateboarding, snowboarding
Cebu Institute of Medicine

Hometown:
Bergenfield, New Jersey
Medical School:
Cebu Institute of Medicine
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
-
Personal Interests:
Watching YouTube videos on tech, cars, finance, & food
Cebu Institute of Medicine

Hometown:
Union, NJ
Medical School:
University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Community service
Personal Interests:
Gym, hiking, basketball, cooking, coffee
University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery

Hometown:
Westampton, New Jersey
Medical School:
Government Medical College
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Cardiology/cardiovascular research
Personal Interests:
Dancing, trekking, hanging out with friends
Government Medical College

Hometown:
Monroe Township, New Jersey
Medical School:
Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College Hospital & Research Center
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Endocrinology, Pulmonary and Critical Care, Sports Medicine
Personal Interests:
Basketball, working on cars, hiking/trail running
Dr. D.Y. Patil Medical College Hospital & Research Center

Hometown:
Jersey City, NJ
Medical School:
NRI Medical College
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
-
Personal Interests:
Snorkeling, baking, hiking
NRI Medical College

Hometown:
Lahore, Pakistan
Medical School:
Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Critical care, cardiology
Personal Interests:
Soccer, reading, movies
Akhtar Saeed Medical and Dental College

Hometown:
Old Forge, PA
Medical School:
St. George’s University
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
-
Personal Interests:
Weight lifting, outdoor activities, reading, exploring new food
St. George’s University

Hometown:
Ahmedabad, India
Medical School:
Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
-
Personal Interests:
Traveling, hiking, trying different cuisines, painting
Smt. NHL Municipal Medical College

Hometown:
Srikalahasti, India
Medical School:
St. Martinus University
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Asthma & allergy management with biologics
Personal Interests:
Swimming, kayaking, gardening, cooking
St. Martinus University

Hometown:
Model Town, Lahore
Medical School:
Fatima Memorial College of Medicine and Dentistry
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
-
Personal Interests:
Soccer, Netflix, travel, spending time with friends and family, eating out
Fatima Memorial College of Medicine and Dentistry

Hometown:
Brooklyn, New York
Medical School:
Services Institute of Medical Sciences
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Cardiology, interventional
Personal Interests:
Theater, travel, sports, foodie, exploring libraries, museums, cafes, hiking
Services Institute of Medical Sciences

Hometown:
Karachi, Pakistan
Medical School:
Dow Medical College
Scholarly pursuits, research, advocacy:
Mental health
Personal Interests:
Travel, cooking, reading, hiking
Dow Medical College
PGY 3

Medical School:
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine
Rowan University School of Osteopathic Medicine

Medical School:
Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research
Apollo Institute of Medical Sciences and Research

Medical School:
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences and Research Centre

Medical School:
University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery

Medical School:
Dayanand Medical College
Dayanand Medical College

Medical School:
Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina
Universidad Autónoma de Guadalajara Facultad de Medicina

Medical School:
University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery
University of Santo Tomas Faculty of Medicine and Surgery

Medical School:
N.R.I. Medical College
N.R.I. Medical College

Medical School:
B.J. Medical College
B.J. Medical College

Medical School:
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre
Vydehi Institute of Medical Sciences & Research Centre

Medical School:
Ross University School of Medicine
Ross University School of Medicine