Application-Interview Information, Obstetrics, Gynecology, and Women's Health in the Medical School at the University of Minnesota

Application and Interview

The Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology accepts 9 residents at the PGY 1 level, and participates in the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP).  All applications from individuals who have completed or are completing requirements at an accredited medical school will be considered.  Although senior electives in the department are not required for application, interested students should direct their inquiries to the Medical Student Coordinator at obmed@umn.edu.

All applicants must apply through the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS) at http://www.aamc.org/students/eras/start.htm.  American medical graduates should contact their Dean's Office for more information.  International medical graduates should contact the ECFMG.

Application Requirements:

• Completed ERAS application
• A minimum of three letters of support from medical school faculty
• A ACGME Accredited Medical School transcript
• USMLE Step 1 (and Step 2 if available) or equivalent transcript
• Personal Statement
• A recent photograph

Criteria for granting American Medical Graduates an Interview:

• USMLE passed on first attempt
• All passing scores on medical school transcript
• Is not more than 1 year out of medical school (or taken a prolonged leave of absence)
• Who has passed either the COMPLEX or USMLE on first try

Criteria for granting International Medical Graduates an Interview:

• USMLE passed on first attempt
• At least six months of US clinical experience or US residency (volunteer experience/observership do not count)
• Is not more than 5 years out of medical school (except with US experience)
• ECFMG certified
• All passing scores on medical school transcript
• Has a J1 Visa (our medical school does not sponsor H-1 visas)

The deadline for applying to the Twin Cities Integrated Residency Program in Obstetrics, Gynecology and Women's Health match at the University of Minnesota is October 29, 2008.

2008-2009 Interview Schedule

November 3

November 17

December 1

December 15

A typical interview day will begin at 7:00 a.m. and usually ends no later than 2:00 p.m. (which also includes lunch).  During this time, applicants will interview with selected faculty and chief residents and will have an opportunity to visit one of our sites.  Travel, lodging and transportation to and from the airport are the responsibility of each candidate.  One of our residents will host an informal get together the evening before each interview which gives the applicant and their significant other an opportunity to socialize with current residents in our program.

For more information, please contact:

Tammy Pederson
Residency Coordinator
612-626-6628
peder004@umn.edu

Phillip Rauk, M.D.
Residency Program Director
612-624-5902
raukx004@umn.edu