Urology Residency Program

• Must possess an MD or equivalent medical degree
• Must apply through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service)
• Participation in the American Urological Association (AUA) Match is mandatory
• USMLE Step 1 must be passed before application
• USMLE Step 2 must be completed before graduation and residency start
• Medical school transcript required
• Curriculum Vitae (CV) required
• Personal statement required
• Letters of recommendation required
• Dean's Letter/MSPE required
• ECFMG certification required for IMGs
• Strong academic performance preferred
• Research experience is advantageous but not mandatory

• The Urology Residency Program at NYU Grossman School of Medicine is one of the most competitive and respected urology training programs in the United States. The program is designed to develop highly skilled urologists capable of providing comprehensive medical and surgical care across all major urologic subspecialties. Residents train under nationally and internationally recognized faculty who are leaders in patient care, education, and research.
• The five-year curriculum provides progressive autonomy and responsibility, allowing residents to develop independent clinical judgment and advanced surgical skills. Training begins with a combination of general surgery and urology during the intern year and transitions into dedicated urology education throughout the remaining years of residency.
• Residents rotate through multiple high-volume hospitals, including Tisch Hospital, Kimmel Pavilion, Bellevue Hospital, NYU Langone Hospital—Brooklyn, and the VA New York Harbor Healthcare System. These institutions provide exposure to a diverse patient population and a broad spectrum of urologic diseases and surgical procedures.
• Clinical training includes robotic-assisted surgery, laparoscopic surgery, endoscopic procedures, laser surgery, reconstructive surgery, pediatric urology, oncology, infertility, sexual medicine, female pelvic medicine, and complex stone disease management. Residents gain extensive hands-on experience using advanced surgical technologies and minimally invasive techniques.
• A distinguishing feature of the program is its dedicated research experience. During PGY-3, residents work closely with faculty mentors on clinical research projects and are expected to contribute to peer-reviewed publications and academic presentations. Research opportunities span oncology, robotics, reconstructive surgery, stone disease, and translational urologic science.
• The academic curriculum includes weekly lectures, grand rounds, journal clubs, morbidity and mortality conferences, surgical skills laboratories, multidisciplinary conferences, and board preparation sessions. Residents also attend major national meetings such as the American Urological Association Annual Meeting and specialty society conferences.
• The Department of Urology at NYU Langone Health has a long-standing reputation for excellence in clinical care, research innovation, and resident education. Faculty members are internationally recognized experts who contribute significantly to advancements in robotic surgery, oncology, reconstructive urology, gender-affirming surgery, and minimally invasive therapies.
• Graduates of the program consistently achieve excellent board examination performance and successfully match into highly competitive fellowships or enter leading academic and private practice positions. The residency prepares physicians for leadership roles in modern urologic practice worldwide.

Step 1:

Complete an MD or equivalent medical degree from a recognized medical school.

Step 2:

Pass USMLE Step 1 before applying.

Step 3:

Register through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service).

Step 4:

Submit application materials:

• ERAS application
• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Personal statement
• Medical school transcript
• Dean's Letter/MSPE
• Letters of recommendation
• USMLE scores
• ECFMG certification (for IMGs)

Step 5:

Apply before the annual application deadline (typically September 15).

Step 6:

Applications are reviewed by the Program Director and Admissions Committee.

Step 7:

Selected applicants receive interview invitations.

Step 8:

Participate in faculty and resident interviews.

Step 9:

Applicants and programs submit rank lists through the American Urological Association Match.

Step 10:

Matched candidates complete onboarding requirements and begin residency training in July.