University of Louisville School of Medicine Program

The Radiation Oncology Residency Program at the University of Louisville School of Medicine, based at the Brown Cancer Center, offers a modern and dynamic training environment with a focus on multidisciplinary patient care. The program features technologically advanced equipment, a dedicated Brachytherapy program, and access to national and institutional clinical trials. Residents actively participate in clinical operations and gain a high level of confidence across a wide disease spectrum.

The curriculum includes rigorous clinical training at affiliated hospitals, such as the James Graham Brown Cancer Center, Jewish Hospital, and Norton Children's Hospital, with weekly in-home call duties. Residents receive robust education in advanced treatment modalities, including SBRT and SRS, and are well-prepared for board examinations and future career paths.

The program's curriculum and resident education encompass physics and dosimetry courses, research/elective opportunities, multidisciplinary conferences, and regular didactic sessions aligned with ABR/ASTRO requirements. Residents engage in various teaching conferences and presentations, ensuring a comprehensive learning experience.

Residents at the University of Louisville have excelled academically, securing grants, publishing papers, and presenting at national and international meetings. The program supports residents in pursuing leadership roles within the institution and national committees.

Compensation for residents includes a competitive annual stipend based on post-graduate year, additional benefits such as educational stipends, core curriculum textbooks, a bonus for conference travel, and comprehensive insurance coverage. Residents also receive vacation time, life and disability insurance, malpractice coverage, and various other support services.

Residents are actively involved in multidisciplinary tumor boards and clinics in collaboration with other oncologic specialties. The program encourages resident engagement in teaching activities, research initiatives, and conference presentations. Additionally, the program offers residents access to recreational facilities, library privileges, and parking benefits.

The University of Louisville Radiation Oncology Residency Training Program, which is fully accredited by the ACGME, participates in the National Resident Match Program through ERAS. The application process requires successful completion of a certified internship in internal medicine, surgery, or transitional year program. Interview invitations are extended upon receipt of a completed ERAS application, reflecting the program's advanced nature.