Combined Residency in Pediatrics and Medical Genetics

The Combined Pediatrics and Medical Genetics Residency Program at UC Irvine School of Medicine is a four-year integrated training pathway that provides comprehensive education in both general pediatrics and medical genetics/genomics. The program is structured to deliver strong foundational training in pediatrics along with specialized exposure to genetic and genomic medicine, allowing residents to develop expertise in diagnosing and managing inherited and complex disorders. Trainees rotate between pediatric clinical care and genetics services, gaining experience in areas such as metabolic disorders, prenatal genetics, cancer genetics, and dysmorphology. The curriculum combines inpatient and outpatient care, multidisciplinary team collaboration, laboratory genetics training, and research opportunities. Residents also participate in didactic sessions, case discussions, and academic activities to strengthen clinical reasoning and communication skills. This dual training model prepares graduates for board certification in both Pediatrics and Medical Genetics and equips them for careers in clinical practice, research, and academic medicine.

1. Apply through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service)
2. Submit required documents:
3. Curriculum Vitae (CV)
4. Personal Statement
5. Medical School Transcripts
6. MSPE (Dean’s Letter)
7. USMLE / COMLEX scores
8. Letters of Recommendation
3. Applications are reviewed by the program selection committee
4. Shortlisted candidates are invited for interviews
5. Final selection through the NRMP Match (National Residency Matching Program)
6. Selected candidates receive offer and complete onboarding