University of North Carolina Hospitals Program

The University of North Carolina Hospitals Anesthesiology Residency Program is an ACGME-accredited program with a long tradition of training outstanding anesthesiologists since its inception in 1969. The program includes 62 residency positions, offering a comprehensive education and training experience to its residents. The goal is to train residents to become outstanding consultant anesthesiologists by providing a diverse and rigorous clinical experience alongside a carefully planned didactic curriculum.

Residents at UNC are exposed to a wide variety of patient populations and cases, benefiting from the academic state hospital environment that includes Level 1 trauma and solid organ transplants. The diverse clinical experience is designed to ensure clinical competence and expertise upon completion of the program. UNC Anesthesiology prioritizes resident education and offers various innovative approaches to learning, including simulation curriculum, board preparation, the intern Academic Medicine Rotation, and the CA-1 Family Anesthesia Day.

The program is committed to fostering a diverse, equitable, and inclusive workplace, enhancing the learning environment and promoting high-quality patient care. Residents are supported not only in their professional development but also in their personal growth, with wellness being a key focus. The department offers robust support for residents' wellness through its Wellness Committee, promoting physical and emotional health.

Educational offerings are broad and include departmental educational sessions, board preparatory sessions, Morbidity and Mortality Conferences, and more. Residents are actively involved in various subspecialty conferences and benefit from the expertise of a renowned faculty.

The categorical positions include a clinical base year, offering rotations through various medicine, surgical, and pediatric specialties, alongside anesthesia-related rotations. The program ensures residents are well-equipped for their anesthesia years with comprehensive training, mentorship, and exposure to a wide array of clinical scenarios.

Residents receive benefits including health and dental insurance, reimbursement for USMLE Step 3 exam fees (for PGY-1 residents at UNC), iPads for use during residency, funding for educational resources, and awards for presenting original research. Further, the program covers fees for the ABA Written Exam for residents scoring above a certain percentile.

UNC Anesthesiology boasts a caring and supportive environment, reflected in the strong, welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff. Previous residents have successfully matched into their desired fellowships and obtained positions in preferred practices, reinforcing the program’s reputation for excellence.

For medical students interested in a career in anesthesiology, the UNC Hospitals Anesthesiology Residency Program offers a holistic, supportive, and comprehensive training environment. The program’s dedication to resident education, wellness, and professional development, combined with the opportunity to work alongside a diverse patient population and a supportive community, makes it a compelling option for prospective applicants.