General Psychiatry Residency Program

1. MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
2. Successful completion of USMLE or COMLEX examinations
3. Eligibility for medical licensure in Minnesota
4. Curriculum Vitae and personal statement submission
5. Letters of recommendation including Dean’s letter (MSPE)
6. Interest or experience in psychiatry and mental health care
7. ECFMG certification for international medical graduates (if applicable)
8. Participation in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)

Hennepin Healthcare is a major academic medical center and one of the leading teaching hospitals in Minnesota, known for providing comprehensive graduate medical education. The institution serves a diverse patient population and operates a nationally recognized trauma center and safety-net hospital. The Psychiatry Residency Program offers extensive clinical exposure in both hospital-based and community mental health settings. Residents work with experienced psychiatrists and multidisciplinary teams to manage complex psychiatric conditions. Training includes inpatient psychiatry, outpatient clinics, consultation-liaison psychiatry, addiction medicine, and psychotherapy. The program emphasizes evidence-based treatment, cultural competence, and patient-centered care. Residents also participate in academic conferences, research, and teaching opportunities. Graduates are well prepared for board certification and careers in clinical psychiatry, academic medicine, or specialized psychiatric practice.