Categorical Medical Genetics Residency Program

The Categorical Medical Genetics Residency Program at Johns Hopkins University School of Medicine is an ACGME-accredited residency program designed to provide advanced training in clinical genetics, genomics, and genetic medicine. The program includes 18 months of concentrated clinical genetics training followed by up to 18 months of individualized curriculum and protected mentored research training in basic, clinical, and translational medical genetics. Residents receive exposure to genetics clinics, laboratory genetics, genomic medicine, metabolic disorders, cancer genetics, prenatal genetics, adult genetics, and rare genetic conditions. Successful completion prepares residents for certification examination eligibility through the American Board of Medical Genetics and Genomics (ABMGG).

1. Applicants must submit their application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS)
2. Candidates must register and participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) for selection
3. Submit required application documents, including:

• Completed ERAS application
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Personal statement
• Medical school transcripts
• USMLE scores
• Recent photograph
• Minimum three letters of recommendation (including a letter from the residency program director, where applicable)

1. The program committee reviews completed applications after receiving all required materials
2. Shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews with the residency program faculty (generally conducted during September–November)
3. Final candidates are selected through the NRMP Match process
4. Matched residents begin training according to the residency appointment schedule (typically starting July 1)