Neurosurgery Residency Program

The seven-year Neurosurgery Residency Program provides comprehensive training across the full spectrum of adult and pediatric neurosurgery. Residents gain progressive experience in neuro-oncology, cerebrovascular and endovascular surgery, skull-base surgery, functional neurosurgery, pediatric neurosurgery, neurotrauma, and complex spine surgery. Training occurs at University of Colorado Hospital, Children’s Hospital Colorado, Denver Health, and the Rocky Mountain Regional VA Medical Center. The curriculum includes a dedicated PGY-5 elective year for research, advanced degrees, or specialized clinical training, followed by chief-resident and transition-to-practice years focused on advanced operative autonomy and career preparation.

1. Submit the complete application through ERAS
2. Follow the deadlines published in the ERAS calendar
3. Applications are reviewed as they are received
4. Selected applicants are invited for the Neurosurgery Residency interview
5. The interview process includes:
6. Department and program presentations
7. Interviews with current faculty
8. Campus tours with current residents
9. Opportunities to meet residents and clinical faculty
10. Departmental dinner and social activities
6. The department provides invited applicants with a paid hotel room for Thursday and Friday evenings during the interview
7. Final selection is conducted through the NRMP Match