Neurosurgery Residency Program

1. Applicants must have graduated from a medical school accredited by the Liaison Committee on Medical Education (LCME) or the American Osteopathic Association (AOA), or be on track to graduate before the residency start date.
2. Applicants must submit a medical school transcript.
3. Applicants must provide their United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 1 score.
4. Applicants must submit at least three letters of recommendation; four are preferred.
5. Applicants must provide a Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE), also known as the Dean’s Letter.
6. Applicants must submit a personal statement.
7. International medical graduates are eligible to apply, subject to applicable eligibility and licensing requirements. Stanford sponsors only a J-1 visa for matched residents.

The Neurosurgery Residency Program at Stanford Medicine Health Care (SHC) provides comprehensive training in the diagnosis, surgical treatment, and management of complex disorders affecting the brain, spine, and nervous system. The program offers progressive clinical responsibility, hands-on surgical experience, exposure to neurosurgical subspecialties, and opportunities for clinical and laboratory research. Stanford University is a leading academic and research institution located in Stanford, California, United States. Stanford Medicine integrates medical education, scientific discovery, and advanced patient care. Its Department of Neurosurgery provides a multidisciplinary learning environment with experienced faculty and advanced clinical facilities. The seven-year residency program is designed to develop residents' surgical skills, clinical judgment, research capabilities, and professional expertise to prepare them for independent neurosurgical practice and academic careers.

1. Register and submit the application through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. Upload the medical school transcript, United States Medical Licensing Examination Step 1 score, letters of recommendation, Medical Student Performance Evaluation, and personal statement.
3. Submit all required documents before the program's application review deadline.
4. Attend an in-person interview if shortlisted by the selection committee.
5. Participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP) by submitting the required rank order list.
6. Await the official match results.
7. Complete the required licensing, visa, and appointment formalities before joining the residency program.