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Application Process

All applications must be submitted via the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and applicants must participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).

A complete application should include:

  • Current photograph (passport-style or professional headshot)
  • Personal statement describing professional goals and interest in vascular surgery
  • Medical school transcript
  • Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE) / Dean’s letter
  • USMLE or COMLEX-USA scores (passing Step 1, 2 [CK], and 3 required)
  • Three letters of recommendation — one must be from your General Surgery Program Director

Eligibility requirements include:

  •  Completion of an ACGME-accredited General Surgery residency program (or being on track to complete by fellowship start).
  •  Candidates must be board-eligible or board-certified by the time fellowship begins.
  • For international medical graduates: valid Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certificate is required.
ERAS 2026 Fellowship Application Timeline

International Medical Graduate Requirements

  • You must have a valid ECFMG certificate.
  • We offer a J1 Visa only. Please do not submit an application to our program if you require an (H) visa.
  • Graduation from ACGME accredited Medical School within the last 5 years.

Application Timeline & Interview Process

  •  Applications must be submitted through ERAS before the stated deadline (check annual ERAS timeline; late applications generally will not be considered).
  • All submitted applications are reviewed by the program leadership; selected candidates will be invited for interview via email.

Interview day typically includes:

  • Program overview
  • Faculty interviews
  • Facilities tour
  • Lunch with current fellows

Travel Accommodations

  • Travel accommodations are not provided; however, transportation from a recommended hotel to campus on interview day will be arranged for invited applicants.
 
May 22, 2026