Department of Surgery

• Where are all appointments to the postgraduate training program made?

All appointments to the postgraduate training program in General Surgery at the University of Tennessee Health Science Center, are made through the NRMP (National Residency Match Program).

• Where do I submit my information?

All information is to be submitted to the Department of Surgery through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service).

Note: USMLE Step 2 Clinical Knowledge score is now required for all applicants.

• What are the selection criteria of surgery residents based upon?

The criteria for selection of career surgery residents is based upon:

• Medical school transcripts
• Personal Statement
• Letters of Recommendation
• USMLE Scores Step 1 & 2
• Personal Interviews

UT GME Resident Selection Guidelines

• What is the process for interviews?

Interviews are required for consideration and invitations will be sent to prospective participants through ERAS. All interview dates are on Wednesdays and should be scheduled well in advance. Residents and applicants meet for dinner on the Tuesday night before each interview date. Hotel information will be sent to scheduled applicants.

On the day of the interview:

Surgery Slide Show formats:

For further information, please contact:

Mrs. Teresa Landrum
Surgery Residency Coordinator
Department of Surgery
University of Tennessee, Memphis
(901) 448-7635
tlandru1@utmem.edu