Cooper Medical School of Rowan University/Cooper University Hospital Program

Camden, NJ

Specialty:Obstetrics and gynecology

ACGME Code:2203311162

NRMP Code:1380220C0

Status:Continued Accreditation

Overview

Welcome to the Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Program at Cooper Medical School of Rowan University and Cooper University Hospital. This program is designed to provide comprehensive and robust clinical and academic training, setting the foundation for your career as a proficient obstetrician and gynecologist. The program’s mission emphasizes the development of competent and compassionate physicians who serve their communities, advocating for women’s health and promoting diversity and inclusion.

Program Aims

The primary goals of the residency are to:

Produce strong, independent clinicians capable of providing comprehensive care and functioning as astute consultants to other healthcare providers.
Develop proficient surgical skills in a compassionate manner.
Foster intellectual curiosity and lifelong learning among residents.
Encourage teamwork to ensure patient safety and quality care.
Prepare residents to provide quality healthcare to underserved populations and to actively participate in community service.
Promote wellness and resilience among clinicians for improved patient care and satisfaction.

Curriculum Overview

The curriculum consists of structured clinical rotations across multiple disciplines within Obstetrics and Gynecology. Residents engage in hands-on training through core rotations, including obstetric services and operative gynecology. The residency provides exposure to high-risk obstetrics, maternal-fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, urogynecology, and reproductive endocrinology.

Rotations

Core rotations include:

Obstetrics: Residents rotate for three months each in PGY 1, 2, and 4, with additional exposure through night float rotations. Around 2,200-2,500 deliveries take place annually, providing significant practical experience.
Gynecology: Residents gain extensive operative experience, performing approximately 1,875 surgical procedures across their training. PGY 1's additionally spend a month on minor gynecologic procedures.
Maternal-Fetal Medicine: High-risk obstetrics skills are developed during rotations focusing on complex and critical care scenarios.
Gynecologic Oncology: The program offers a robust gynecologic oncology service, with exposure to various malignancies.
Urogynecology: Residents learn to manage pelvic floor disorders through comprehensive training in both outpatient and inpatient settings.

Research Opportunities

The program emphasizes research through a dedicated division, encouraging participation in innovative projects. Residents must complete a research project suitable for publication, guided by faculty mentors. Research areas include maternal-fetal health, gynecologic disorders, and broader women's health issues, addressing significant disease-related problems in obstetrics and gynecology.

Unique Aspects of the Program

Cooper Medical School and Cooper University Hospital offer an enriching environment that fosters both professional growth and community service. The program is committed to diversity and inclusion, aligning with overarching institutional goals. It nurtures residents' interests in conducting service-oriented projects that support underrepresented groups.

Training Environment and Facilities

Residents benefit from dedicated on-call facilities equipped with modern amenities, including private call rooms and workspaces. Furthermore, residents have access to comprehensive resources in their learning environment.

Competitiveness and Eligibility

The program is highly competitive, attracting a diverse pool of applicants. Eligibility requirements include an MD or DO degree obtained within the past five years and minimum USMLE or COMLEX scores stipulated by the program. The program actively supports international medical graduates, specifically those eligible for J-1 visas. Special attention is given to fostering diversity within the cohort.

Application Requirements

Applications must contain a common application form, a curriculum vitae, medical school transcripts, a dean's letter, letters of recommendation, a personal statement, and USMLE scores or ECFMG certification for IMGs. The program reviews each applicant's profile thoroughly before inviting individuals for interviews.

Community Service and Wellness

Residents participate in various community service initiatives, including campaigns that address local health disparities. A focus on wellness is integral to the program, featuring structured wellness days and retreat activities aimed at fostering camaraderie and resilience among residents.

Support for International Applicants

The program provides extensive visa support, sponsoring J-1 visas for international medical graduates, allowing them to pursue training without additional barriers. This commitment to fostering inclusivity is evident in the application process and residency training.

Web sources

1. Obstetrics and Gynecology Residency Overview 2. Alumni Program Highlights 3. Research Division Overview 4. On-call Facilities and Clinical Support 5. Community Service Initiatives 6. Visiting Elective Scholars Program 7. How to Apply 8. Current and Future Residents 9. Resident Wellness and Activities

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Program data

ACGME History ^[3]

Accreditation Last updated: Jul 16, 2026

Initial accreditation0

Full accreditation0

Continued25

Warning2

Probationary Accreditation0

Withdrawal0

#	Academic Year	Status	Effective Date
01	2000 - 2001	Continued Full Accreditation	Oct 8, 1998
02	2001 - 2002	Continued Full Accreditation	Oct 8, 1998
03	2002 - 2003	Continued Full Accreditation	Oct 8, 1998
04	2003 - 2004	Continued Full Accreditation	Oct 2, 2003
05	2004 - 2005	Continued Full Accreditation	Oct 2, 2003
06	2005 - 2006	Continued Full Accreditation	Oct 2, 2003
07	2006 - 2007	Continued Full Accreditation	Oct 2, 2003
08	2007 - 2008	Continued Full Accreditation	Oct 2, 2003
09	2008 - 2009	Continued Full Accreditation	Oct 2, 2003
10	2009 - 2010	Continued	Oct 15, 2009

Program

Program Size

5, 5, 5, 5 (4 years)^[1]

Accreditation Status

Continued Accreditation

(Effective: January 28, 2026)

Composition ^[2]

MD · 89%

DO · 11%

Training

Fellowship Rate:17%^[2]

Faculty-to-Residents Ratio:1.8X^[1]

Residents Career Path ^[2]

Full-time Practice · 67%

Academic · 17%

Fellowship · 17%

Quality of Life

First Year Paid Sick Leave: No Limit^[1]

First Year Paid Vacation: 20 days^[1]

First Year Salary: $70,042^[1]

First Year Maximum Consecutive Hours on Duty: 24 hours ^[1]

First Year Average Weekly Hours: 65 hours^[1]

Admission

USMLE Step 2 Score: --

Visa Sponsorship:J1^[2]

YOG Cutoff:5^[1]

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

Incoming Schools

37%

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University

11%

Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University

11%

Drexel University College of Medicine

More than 1 school has this rank*

Incoming Schools % Tree Map

Rotation Duration by Site

Benchmarks

Match & stats

2026 Residency Applicant & Interview Insights

No data available for USMLE STEP 2 CK Score

No 2026 Applicant & Interview Insights available for this program.

Note: The AIR (Applicant Interview Rate) is calculated as the percentage of applicants in each category who were offered interviews. A higher AIR suggests stronger alignment with program preferences, indicating a greater likelihood of the program favoring applicants in this category.

USMLE STEP 2 CK Score ^[2]

No data available for USMLE
STEP 2 CK Score

COMLEX Level 2 Score ^[2]

No data available for COMLEX
Level 2 Score

Match History ^[4]

Track ID: 1380220C0

2020

4 of 4

2021

4 of 4

2022

4 of 4

2023

5 of 5

2024

5 of 5

2025

5 of 5

2026

5 of 5

Filled Position

Unfilled Position

Roster

Publications

7 Publications (5 yr)

Peer-reviewed output from faculty and residents, last 5 years

7 Publications (5 yr)

Acta obstetricia et gynecologica Scandinavica2026

Genotype-directed therapy for non-small cell lung cancer diagnosed during pregnancy: A pooled analysis of seven cases from the Cancer and Pregnancy Registry with maternal and neonatal outcomes and review of the literature.

Reed Firestone,¹Elyce Cardonick,²

PMID: 42423550doi.org/10.1111/aogs.70303

Anticancer research2026

Marked Palliative Benefits Seen With Treatment of Very Advanced Breast Cancer With the Progesterone Receptor Modulator Mifepristone.

Jerome H Check,¹Diane L Check,²Naomi Ganpo-Nkewnkwa,³

PMID: 41617454doi.org/10.21873/anticanres.18018

Location

Camden, NJ ^[5]

Population

523,485

Median income

$83,763Below

Education

35.9%Below

Employment

63.6%Above

Health

6.1%Above

Age

38Below

Above the national average
Below the national average
Similar to the national average

Housing — Rental prices ^[6]

Rental prices

Typical Observed Market Rent Index - ZORI Over Time

Date

Region - Camden, NJ

State - New Jersey

United States

1/31/2015

N/A

$1,601

$1,193

2/28/2015

N/A

$1,653

$1,199

3/31/2015

N/A

$1,672

$1,206

4/30/2015

N/A

$1,674

$1,213

5/31/2015

N/A

$1,680

$1,228

6/30/2015

N/A

$1,674

$1,233

7/31/2015

N/A

$1,685

$1,235

8/31/2015

N/A

$1,686

$1,241

9/30/2015

N/A

$1,704

$1,245

10/31/2015

N/A

$1,705

$1,253

11/30/2015

N/A

$1,719

$1,259

12/31/2015

N/A

$1,723

$1,263

1/31/2016

N/A

$1,791

$1,275

2/29/2016

N/A

$1,791

$1,279

3/31/2016

N/A

$1,791

$1,282

4/30/2016

N/A

$1,799

$1,285

5/31/2016

N/A

$1,765

$1,291

6/30/2016

N/A

$1,766

$1,294

7/31/2016

N/A

$1,721

$1,295

8/31/2016

N/A

$1,729

$1,303

9/30/2016

N/A

$1,736

$1,307

10/31/2016

N/A

$1,750

$1,311

11/30/2016

N/A

$1,784

$1,312

12/31/2016

N/A

$1,722

$1,313

1/31/2017

N/A

$1,761

$1,317

2/28/2017

N/A

$1,768

$1,324

3/31/2017

N/A

$1,767

$1,335

4/30/2017

N/A

$1,769

$1,346

5/31/2017

N/A

$1,778

$1,353

6/30/2017

N/A

$1,785

$1,357

7/31/2017

N/A

$1,789

$1,359

8/31/2017

N/A

$1,822

$1,363

9/30/2017

N/A

$1,795

$1,406

10/31/2017

N/A

$1,841

$1,414

11/30/2017

N/A

$1,845

$1,413

12/31/2017

N/A

$1,858

$1,420

1/31/2018

N/A

$1,924

$1,422

2/28/2018

N/A

$1,909

$1,427

3/31/2018

N/A

$1,911

$1,429

4/30/2018

N/A

$1,915

$1,434

5/31/2018

N/A

$1,918

$1,438

6/30/2018

N/A

$1,924

$1,444

7/31/2018

N/A

$1,930

$1,449

8/31/2018

N/A

$1,937

$1,455

9/30/2018

N/A

$1,940

$1,461

10/31/2018

N/A

$1,942

$1,465

11/30/2018

N/A

$1,945

$1,473

12/31/2018

N/A

$1,953

$1,482

1/31/2019

N/A

$1,958

$1,492

2/28/2019

N/A

$1,963

$1,495

3/31/2019

N/A

$1,969

$1,503

4/30/2019

N/A

$1,980

$1,509

5/31/2019

N/A

$1,988

$1,514

6/30/2019

N/A

$1,993

$1,519

7/31/2019

N/A

$2,001

$1,526

8/31/2019

N/A

$2,006

$1,531

9/30/2019

N/A

$2,012

$1,534

10/31/2019

N/A

$2,011

$1,541

11/30/2019

N/A

$2,005

$1,545

12/31/2019

N/A

$1,973

$1,552

1/31/2020

N/A

$2,007

$1,560

2/29/2020

N/A

$2,009

$1,565

3/31/2020

N/A

$2,013

$1,565

4/30/2020

N/A

$2,006

$1,566

5/31/2020

N/A

$1,981

$1,563

6/30/2020

N/A

$1,978

$1,562

7/31/2020

N/A

$1,977

$1,571

8/31/2020

N/A

$1,968

$1,574

9/30/2020

N/A

$1,961

$1,586

10/31/2020

N/A

$1,962

$1,593

11/30/2020

N/A

$1,967

$1,602

12/31/2020

N/A

$1,970

$1,606

1/31/2021

N/A

$1,954

$1,613

2/28/2021

N/A

$1,956

$1,620

3/31/2021

N/A

$1,962

$1,629

4/30/2021

N/A

$1,967

$1,649

5/31/2021

N/A

$1,982

$1,663

6/30/2021

N/A

$1,997

$1,686

7/31/2021

N/A

$2,017

$1,707

8/31/2021

N/A

$2,040

$1,729

9/30/2021

N/A

$2,067

$1,752

10/31/2021

N/A

$2,074

$1,767

11/30/2021

N/A

$2,095

$1,777

12/31/2021

N/A

$2,126

$1,791

1/31/2022

N/A

$2,123

$1,800

2/28/2022

N/A

$2,125

$1,820

3/31/2022

N/A

$2,162

$1,829

4/30/2022

N/A

$2,161

$1,841

5/31/2022

N/A

$2,206

$1,852

6/30/2022

N/A

$2,235

$1,861

7/31/2022

N/A

$2,246

$1,868

8/31/2022

N/A

$2,274

$1,872

9/30/2022

N/A

$2,280

$1,875

10/31/2022

N/A

$2,288

$1,873

11/30/2022

N/A

$2,298

$1,875

12/31/2022

$1,415

$2,303

$1,874

1/31/2023

$1,422

$2,291

$1,877

2/28/2023

$1,404

$2,311

$1,879

3/31/2023

$1,424

$2,306

$1,884

4/30/2023

$1,455

$2,322

$1,886

5/31/2023

$1,458

$2,321

$1,886

6/30/2023

$1,483

$2,342

$1,886

7/31/2023

$1,480

$2,349

$1,891

8/31/2023

$1,509

$2,364

$1,908

9/30/2023

$1,514

$2,377

$1,912

10/31/2023

$1,540

$2,394

$1,916

11/30/2023

$1,537

$2,404

$1,918

12/31/2023

$1,550

$2,412

$1,921

1/31/2024

$1,540

$2,649

$1,928

2/29/2024

$1,560

$2,644

$1,932

3/31/2024

$1,581

$2,684

$1,935

4/30/2024

$1,609

$2,692

$1,942

5/31/2024

$1,606

$2,709

$1,946

6/30/2024

$1,583

$2,724

$1,973

7/31/2024

$1,565

$2,727

$1,958

8/31/2024

$1,545

$2,735

$1,992

9/30/2024

$1,562

$2,751

$1,993

10/31/2024

$1,568

$2,766

$1,995

11/30/2024

$1,581

$2,769

$1,999

12/31/2024

$1,606

$2,758

$2,003

1/31/2025

$1,664

$2,749

$2,006

2/28/2025

$1,674

$2,565

$2,007

3/31/2025

$1,671

$2,777

$2,016

4/30/2025

$1,657

$2,775

$2,019

5/31/2025

$1,684

$2,763

$2,022

6/30/2025

$1,708

$2,777

$2,026

7/31/2025

$1,742

$2,777

$2,029

8/31/2025

$1,759

$2,781

$2,027

9/30/2025

$1,761

$2,780

$2,030

10/31/2025

$1,754

$2,787

$2,052

11/30/2025

$1,752

$2,779

$2,095

12/31/2025

$1,736

$2,816

$2,086

1/31/2026

$1,704

$2,748

$2,160

2/28/2026

$1,697

$3,035

$2,178

Crime — All violent offences ^[7]

Rate per 100,000 residents

Rate per 100,000 people Over Time

Date

Region - Camden, NJ

State - New Jersey

United States

4/1/2021

259

5/1/2021

294

6/1/2021

269

7/1/2021

292

8/1/2021

279

9/1/2021

284

10/1/2021

270

11/1/2021

266

12/1/2021

233

1/1/2022

245

2/1/2022

213

3/1/2022

228

4/1/2022

308

5/1/2022

311

6/1/2022

282

7/1/2022

315

8/1/2022

293

9/1/2022

278

10/1/2022

297

11/1/2022

235

12/1/2022

196

1/1/2023

274

2/1/2023

236

3/1/2023

252

4/1/2023

256

5/1/2023

298

6/1/2023

311

7/1/2023

304

8/1/2023

370

9/1/2023

303

10/1/2023

361

11/1/2023

221

12/1/2023

229

1/1/2024

243

2/1/2024

205

3/1/2024

212

4/1/2024

233

5/1/2024

297

6/1/2024

270

7/1/2024

322

8/1/2024

247

9/1/2024

256

10/1/2024

234

11/1/2024

250

12/1/2024

219

1/1/2025

265

2/1/2025

162

3/1/2025

4/1/2025

5/1/2025

6/1/2025

7/1/2025

8/1/2025

9/1/2025

10/1/2025

11/1/2025

12/1/2025

1/1/2026

2/1/2026

3/1/2026

Living in Camden, NJ

Camden, NJ is known for its rich history and cultural diversity. Here are some aspects to consider about living in Camden:

Crime Rate and Safety

Camden has a reputation for high crime rates, so it is important to take extra precautions when living in the area. Be mindful of your surroundings and consider security measures.

Fun Activities

Despite the safety concerns, Camden offers various cultural and recreational activities including waterfront attractions, museums, and historical sites.

Climate

Camden experiences all four seasons with chilly winters and warm summers. Be prepared for snow in the winter months.

Races and Population

Camden has a diverse population with significant African American and Hispanic communities.

Education

Camden is home to Rutgers University-Camden, providing educational opportunities for residents.

Cost of Living

The cost of living in Camden is relatively lower compared to nearby cities like Philadelphia, making it a more affordable option.

Proximity to Bigger Cities

Philadelphia is located just across the Delaware River and is approximately a 15-20 minute drive from Camden. Philadelphia offers a wider range of amenities, entertainment options, and job opportunities.

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References

1. Freida - https://freida.ama-assn.org/program/2203311162

2. Residency Explorer - https://www.residencyexplorer.org/Program/GetByIdWithMedicalSpecialty/dfc7abbe-b6ea-a487-b298-b41bad45df0c

3. ACGME - Accreditation Data System (ADS) - https://apps.acgme.org/ads/Public/Programs/Search

4. NRMP Results and Data: 2022-2026 Main Residency Match - https://www.nrmp.org/match-data/2026/03/program-results-2022-2026/

5. United States Census Bureau - https://data.census.gov/profile/City,_VS?g=050XX00US34007

6. Zillow Research - Observed Rent Index (ZORI) - https://www.zillow.com/research/data/

7. FBI - Crime/Law Enforcement Stats (Uniform Crime Reporting Program) - https://www.fbi.gov/services/cjis/ucr

Cooper Medical School of Rowan University/Cooper University Hospital Program

Overview

Program Aims

Curriculum Overview

Rotations

Research Opportunities

Unique Aspects of the Program

Training Environment and Facilities

Competitiveness and Eligibility

Application Requirements

Community Service and Wellness

Support for International Applicants

Web sources

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Program data

Program

Training

Quality of Life

Admission

Race / Ethnicity

Gender

Incoming Schools

Rotation Duration by Site

Benchmarks

Match & stats

2026 Residency Applicant & Interview Insights

Match History Matched positions of the program in previous years [4]

Roster

Publications

Genotype-directed therapy for non-small cell lung cancer diagnosed during pregnancy: A pooled analysis of seven cases from the Cancer and Pregnancy Registry with maternal and neonatal outcomes and review of the literature.

Marked Palliative Benefits Seen With Treatment of Very Advanced Breast Cancer With the Progesterone Receptor Modulator Mifepristone.

Location

Living in Camden, NJ

Crime Rate and Safety

Fun Activities

Climate

Races and Population

Education

Cost of Living

Proximity to Bigger Cities

FAQ

Ready to Find Your Ideal Residency Program?

Nearby programs

Other specialties near Camden, NJ

References

Match History ^[4]