APPLICATION INFORMATION
Interview Invitation Status (as of 11/11):
All initial interview invitations have been sent for our program this recruitment season. Additional invitations will only be extended if an interview slot becomes available. Thank you for your interest in our program. We wish you the best!
We are pleased to announce that this year, we are piloting Central Application as part of our holistic application review process. All applicants applying to our program for the 2024-2025 Application Season must submit applications through both Central Application and ERAS. Central Application is no cost for applicants.
The University of Maryland Anesthesiology Residency Program invites you to apply and welcomes the opportunity to train you to become an outstanding clinician and future leader in Anesthesiology. We are proud to offer a supportive environment with a diverse and medically challenging patient population.
4-Year Categorical Positions
3-Year Advanced Positions
- Central Application was launched five years ago as a low-cost alternative to ERAS in plastic surgery and is now used across various specialties GME (accessgme.com). By piloting this platform, we hope to reduce the financial barriers posed by the progressive application fee structures. Central Application also encourages holistic application review by emphasizing quality over quantity.
- When accessing Central Application, you’ll be instructed to create a secure account. Your account will be verified by your medical school dean's office, which will submit your transcripts and MSPE directly through the portal.
- Letters of recommendation should also be requested via Central Application to ensure your application is complete and ready for review. Please note that the Match process will continue to be conducted through the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP).
Requirements
REQUIREMENTS:
- Three Letters of Recommendation AND USMLE Step 2 Scores before we review your application.
- D.O. applicants are not required to submit USMLE scores. We will accept COMLEX scores.
- 100-word explanation of why you want to complete your anesthesiology residency training at the University of Maryland. In ERAS, you can submit this information in one of two ways: Add to the end of your Personal Statement or Upload as your fourth Letter of Recommendation (LoR) in ERAS. Note: Do not waive your right to read the document. In Central App, please use the "Signal Statement" to tell us "Why University of Maryland." If you have any questions regarding these requirements, please contact us at anesresfellcoor@som.umaryland.edu.
- We are participating in Program Signaling. If you signal our program, your signals must be the same in both Central App and ERAS.
- International Applicants - Non-immigrant alien residents will be sponsored under the J-1 visas program. H1B, F1, B1, O, and TN visas are not considered appropriate visas for residents. Please review our FAQ for additional information and the GME website International Physicians - Prospective Residents and Fellows (umms.org)
How to Apply
University of Maryland Anesthesiology Program’s NRMP Numbers:
Anesthesiology, 4-year Categorical: 1252040C0 | Anesthesiology, 3-year Advanced: 1252040A0
Our residency program abides by the rules of the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP) for final selection of trainees.
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IMPORTANT INFORMATION for Applicants Considering Ranking our Program 4-year Categorical and/or 3-year Advanced:
All Matched Residents are required to attend mandatory orientation prior to the start of their training year. PGY-2/CA-1 Orientation is routinely scheduled to start on 7/1. Intern Year/PGY-1 Orientation is routinely scheduled to start in early June.
Interview Information
Residency Program Director, Kimberly Hollander, MD, & Associate Program Director, Stephanie Kahntroff, MD, inform applicants about our program.
INTERVIEW INFORMATION
- Virtual Interviews are conducted during the months of October through January. Interview invitations will be sent beginning the first week of October and will continue on a rolling basis through the end of October. Conducting virtual interviews is recommended under the guidance of the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC)
- 2025 Interview Season interview days are typically Tuesdays and Thursdays and on occasion, Wednesdays (subject to change).
- Candidates invited to interview will receive an email notification from the program through Thalamus scheduling software, with the ability to self-schedule their interview date and session.
- Candidates invited to interview should anticipate scheduling in Thalamus during one of the following two timeframes:
Session 1: 9:50 AM – 12:30 PM
Session 2: 11:40 AM – 2:15 PM - Interviews are conducted by our residency program directors, anesthesiology clinical teaching faculty and current residents.
- During the interview day, candidates attend an informal virtual lunch mixer with current residents and other candidates and have an opportunity to ask questions about the program.
- To maintain our commitment to equity, we are unable to provide in-person visits to the department or hospital tours.
- Please do not hesitate to email our residency office if you have any questions anesresfellcoor@som.umaryland.edu.
Benefits, Salaries, Contracts and Policies
UMMC/Department Benefits
Residency Program Contacts:
Education Main Office:
anesresfellcoor@som.umaryland.edu, Office Phone: 410.328.1239
Pamela McCain Academic Program Manager
Email: pmccain@som.umaryland.edu
Direct: 410-328.2542
Savanna Wells Administrative Operations Support Coordinator
Email: savanna.wells@som.umaryland.edu