Urology Residency Program

1. Applicants must hold a Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or equivalent medical degree from an eligible medical school.
2. Applicants must meet the applicable Wayne State University Graduate Medical Education requirements for appointment.
3. Applicants must meet the licensing and credentialing requirements required for postgraduate medical training in Michigan.
4. International Medical Graduates must meet the applicable Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG) certification requirements.
5. Applicants should have the required medical school credentials and supporting documents available for submission through the application system.
6. Selection also considers academic performance, examination scores, research experience, recommendation letters, personal statement, interpersonal skills and extracurricular activities.

The Urology Residency Program at Wayne State University School of Medicine is a five-year program that provides comprehensive clinical and surgical training in urology. The program begins with six months of General Surgery and six months of Urology during the first year, followed by four years of dedicated urology training. Residents gain progressive experience in urologic oncology, endourology, open and robotic surgery, reconstructive urology, pediatric urology, and female pelvic medicine and reconstructive surgery. Training is provided across multiple affiliated hospitals, giving residents exposure to diverse patient populations and a wide range of urologic conditions and procedures. The program also supports research, academic development and preparation for independent urology practice or fellowship training.

1. Apply through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).
2. The program participates in the American Urological Association (AUA) Match Program.
3. Submit the required ERAS application and supporting documents.
4. Provide medical school transcripts, examination scores, recommendation letters and personal statement.
5. The program reviews applications and selects candidates for interviews based on the overall application.
6. Selected applicants participate in the residency interview process.
7. Applicants submit their rank preferences through the AUA Match.
8. Successful applicants are matched through the AUA Urology Match and subsequently complete Wayne State University credentialing and Graduate Medical Education requirements.