General Surgery Residency Program

1. Applicants must hold a medical degree from a recognized medical school.
2. Applicants must submit their medical school transcript and Dean's Letter.
3. Applicants must provide three letters of recommendation; a letter from the department chair is preferred, if possible.
4. Applicants must provide United States Medical Licensing Examination scores for Parts 1 and 2, if available.
5. International medical graduates must provide verification of Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates certification through the application system.
6. International applicants must provide verification of their United States residency status, as required by the program

The University of California San Diego is a public research university in California, United States, recognized for medical education, scientific research, and clinical excellence. Its School of Medicine provides advanced clinical training and promotes evidence-based healthcare. The General Surgery Residency Program offers comprehensive training in surgical procedures, patient management, trauma care, and critical care. Residents gain clinical experience in surgical oncology, transplant surgery, vascular surgery, colorectal surgery, and minimally invasive surgery through supervised rotations and hands-on training. The program also includes academic teaching, research opportunities, and multidisciplinary collaboration to prepare physicians for independent surgical practice.

1. Submit the application electronically through the Electronic Residency Application Service.
2. Complete the application form and provide a curriculum vitae, personal statement, medical school transcripts, and Dean's Letter.
3. Submit three letters of recommendation and available examination score records.
4. International medical graduates must provide the required certification and United States residency documentation.
5. Register for the National Resident Matching Program.
6. The residency review committee evaluates completed applications and invites selected candidates for interviews.
7. Final selection is completed through the residency matching process.