Vascular Surgery Residency Program

The Vascular Surgery Integrated Residency at the University of Minnesota Medical School is a 5-year ACGME-accredited residency providing comprehensive training in the medical, endovascular, and open surgical management of vascular diseases. Residents receive progressive training in aortic disease, aneurysms, carotid disease, peripheral arterial disease, vascular trauma, dialysis access, venous disease, and thoracic aortic conditions, with experience in open, endovascular, and hybrid procedures. The program also includes vascular imaging, noninvasive vascular laboratory training, multidisciplinary conferences, surgical simulation, research, and scholarly activities, preparing residents for independent practice in vascular surgery.

1. Apply through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service).
2. Submit all required application documents electronically through ERAS.
3. Register with the NRMP (National Resident Matching Program).
4. The program reviews applications and selects qualified candidates for interviews.
5. Selected applicants participate in the interview process.
6. Final selection and appointment are completed through the NRMP Match.
7. The program has 1 integrated vascular surgery position per training year.