University of Maryland Program
Obstetrics and gynecology - Baltimore, MD | ACGME Code: 2202321121 | NRMP Code: 1252220C0
The University of Maryland Medical Center offers a dynamic Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN) Residency program with a strong emphasis on comprehensive women's health services. The program features a focus on cutting-edge research in various areas affecting women, including infertility, high-risk pregnancy, gynecologic cancer, and urogynecology.
For applicants considering fellowship programs post-residency, the University of Maryland Medical Center has a high success rate with residents successfully matching into fellowship programs. The program is described as a comfortable and supportive environment for residents to grow in their careers.
Application requirements include a suggested USMLE Step 1 score of 220 or higher, along with three letters of recommendation, with a strong recommendation from the department Chair. The program is open to both Domestic and International Medical Graduates (DO and FMG friendly), requiring ECFMG certification and J-1 visa sponsorship.
The OB-GYN residency program consists of 28 categorical resident positions across the four-year training program, covering basic obstetrics and gynecology as well as specialized areas such as maternal-fetal medicine, gynecologic oncology, and urogynecology. Residents rotate between three hospitals within Baltimore, including hands-on experience at the affiliated Mercy Medical Center.
To learn more about the OB-GYN residency at the University of Maryland Medical Center, take the opportunity to explore their resources or reach out directly to their program contact.
Web Sources
- Obstetrics and Gynecology (OB-GYN) Residency | University of Maryland Medical Center
- Meet the OB-GYN Residents | University of Maryland Medical Center
- Applying for UMMC's OB-GYN Residency | University of Maryland Medical Center
- OB-GYN Residency Training | University of Maryland Medical Center
- Welcome Letter - OB-GYN Residency | University of Maryland Medical Center
- OB-GYN Residency Faculty | University of Maryland Medical Center
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PGY1 Positions 7 ( 7, 7, 7, 8 )
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Baltimore County, Maryland
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