University Hospitals Community Consortium Program

The University Hospitals St. John Medical Center in Westlake, OH, offers an Emergency Medicine Residency Program. Residents have the opportunity to treat a diverse patient population with a 12% critical care rate. The primary clinical site features Level III Trauma Status, Chest Pain Accreditation, and is a Certified Stroke Center.

The program includes a four-year curriculum with an emphasis on critical care, engaging didactic sessions, ED ultrasound training, quarterly simulation training, and Level I Trauma experience at Metro and CMC. There are also additional experiences at Akron Children's Hospital and Community EMS. Residents receive a competitive compensation and benefits plan, including BLS, ACLS, PALS, and ATLS certifications. There is also an annual educational stipend and support for GME-sponsored research presentations.

Application requirements include the ERAS Common Application Form, Curriculum Vitae, Dean's Letter, letters of recommendation, personal statement, photograph, and medical school transcripts. USMLE and/or COMLEX transcripts are also required.

The program starts interviewing candidates in October 2023 for the upcoming 2024-2025 Academic Year. Interviews are virtual and conducted through video conferencing. The program does not offer positions outside of the NRMP Match and does not accept applications requiring ECFMG, J-1, or H1-B visa sponsorship.

The stipends for residents are as follows: - PGY 1: $65,817 - PGY 2: $68,392 - PGY 3: $71,070 - PGY 4: $73,542 - PGY 5: $76,014 - PGY 6: $78,692 - PGY 7: $80,958

Residents have access to educational funds, paid time off, medical/dental/vision health insurance, lab coats, laundry service, professional liability insurance, parking, and more. The program supports resident wellness and offers resources through the National EAP.

For more information, please refer to the University Hospitals St. John Medical Center Emergency Medicine Residency Program website.