Nuclear Medicine Residency Program

1. Applicants must have completed a one-year clinical internship before beginning the residency.
2. International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must possess a valid Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certificate.
3. International Medical Graduates (IMGs) must be eligible for J-1 visa sponsorship.
4. Candidates must meet the requirements for California Medical Licensure before starting training.

The UCLA Nuclear Medicine Residency provides comprehensive clinical and academic training in diagnostic molecular imaging and therapeutic nuclear medicine. The program offers training in general nuclear medicine imaging, PET/CT, SPECT/CT, nuclear cardiology, and radiopharmaceutical therapy, including advanced theranostic applications. Residents gain experience in the evaluation and management of patients undergoing nuclear medicine imaging and targeted radiopharmaceutical treatments, with training designed to develop strong clinical, technical, and interpretive skills. The program provides exposure to a broad range of nuclear medicine services within UCLA Health, including training at Ronald Reagan UCLA Medical Center and UCLA Santa Monica Medical Center.

1. Applications are submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. The program participates in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
3. The application must include the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) Common Application Form, Personal Statement, Medical School Transcript, and Dean’s Letter.
4. Applicants must submit at least three Letters of Recommendation.
5. All application materials must be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
6. Application Deadline: November 1.