SMA Healthcare is now an Accreditation Council for Medical Education (ACME) accredited Sponsoring Institution
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Explore SMA Healthcare’s Medical Education Program in Florida
SMA Healthcare is proud to announce its commitment to shaping the future of healthcare through its Medical Education. As a leader in providing comprehensive behavioral healthcare and support services, SMA Healthcare is extending its dedication to quality care by preparing the next generation of mental and behavioral healthcare physicians. Our program will offer residents the opportunity to gain hands-on experience in a patient-centered environment while learning from some of the best medical educators in the field.
Our program focuses on providing rigorous, innovative training that blends clinical excellence with compassionate care.
Benefits of Joining the Program
Dr. Yusef Canaan
Designated Institutional Official
Dr. Vickki-Ann Samuel
Program Director
Program Director
Dr. Tarek Aly
Bailey Rerko
Program Coordinator
Dr. April Ferguson
Primary Care
Our Graduate Medical Education program is led by a team of dedicated and experienced professionals who are committed to nurturing the next generation of healthcare leaders. Our faculty brings a wealth of knowledge and experience to guide residents throughout their medical journey.
Name
Position
Specialty-Certification
Site
PSYCHIATRY
Tarek Aly, MD
Program Director
Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. General Psychiatry. ABPN
SMA Healthcare, Mosaic Psychiatry
Vickki-Ann Samuel, MD
Program Director
General Psychiatry. ABPN & Forensic Psychiatry
SMA Healthcare and HCA (CL)
Yusef Canaan, MD
Faculty
General Psychiatry. ABPN
SMA Healthcare
Xiomara Alcala, MD
Faculty
General Psychiatry. ABPN
SMA Healthcare
Felix Rodriguez, MD
Faculty
General Psychiatry. ABPN
SMA Healthcare
Emelina E. Arocha, MD
Faculty
General Psychiatry. ABPN
SMA Healthcare
Jose Alvarez, MD
Faculty
General Psychiatry. ABPN
SMA Healthcare
Edmundo Rivera, MD
Faculty
General Psychiatry. ABPN
SMA Healthcare
Ramon Martinez, MD
Faculty
General/Forensic Psychiatry. ABPN
SMA Healthcare
Antonio Canaan, MD
Faculty
General Psychiatry. ABPN
SMA Healthcare
CLINICAL LEADERSHIP
Yusef Canaan, MD
Faculty
General Psychiatry. ABPN
SMA Healthcare
NEUROLOGY
Glenn Kolluri, MD
Faculty
Neurology
Advent
Nisha Sinha, MD
Faculty
Neurology
HCA
PSYCHOLOGY / MH COUNCELORS
Ivan Fleishman, PsyD
Faculty
Psychologist
Sarah Burman, LCSW
Faculty
Licensed Counselor
SMA Healthcare
Jeremiah Alberico, LMHC
Faculty
Licensed Counselor
SMA Healthcare
RESEARCH / SCHOLARSHIPS
Marcos Sanchez Gonzalez, MD
Faculty
Scholarly Activity Director
PRIMARY CARE
April Ferguson, DO
Faculty
Family Medicine Primary Care
SMA Healthcare
Karen Duncan, ARNP, MBA
Faculty
Family Medicine Primary Care
SMA Healthcare
Our medical program is designed to offer residents an in-depth, hands-on education that prepares them to meet the challenges of modern healthcare. Residents will benefit from:
Training Length & Specializations
The program offers a structured curriculum with rotations across multiple specialties, providing exposure to a wide range of medical disciplines.
Clinical Rotations
Residents will rotate through various facilities, including hospitals and outpatient clinics, gaining experience in diverse healthcare settings and patient populations.
Research Opportunities
SMA Healthcare encourages residents to engage in research and innovation, offering resources and mentorship to foster clinical research that can advance healthcare practices.
Mentorship & Career Development
Our program emphasizes mentorship and professional development, helping residents refine their skills and develop their career paths in the healthcare industry.
Ready to Take the Next Step
in Your Medical Career?
Join SMA Healthcare’s Medical Education Program and become part of a future-focused healthcare team.