University of Utah Health Program

The University of Utah Health Program offers a residency in Obstetrics and Gynecology that provides comprehensive training and experience across a wide range of services and practices. The program emphasizes a commitment to patient counseling and care options, including abortion care, in light of the U.S. Supreme Court's decision in Dobbs v. Jackson. It highlights its participation in the Ryan Residency Training Program and signifies its stance as an opt-out training program for abortion care training.

The program's mission statement underscores a dedication to serving the people of Utah and the Intermountain West through excellence in patient care, education, research, and community service. The program aims to produce well-rounded obstetric and gynecologic generalists equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge for compassionate care and also lays a strong foundation for those interested in pursuing further subspecialty training.

Residency training at the University of Utah Health Program covers an extensive range of obstetrics and gynecology areas. This includes high-risk obstetrics, perinatology, reproductive endocrinology, infertility, gynecologic oncology, general gynecology, adolescent medicine, and more. Residents gain significant clinical experience and are exposed to a diverse set of conditions and procedures through rotations in various settings, including academic, tertiary, community hospital environments, and rural practice settings.

Research experience is another core component of the residency, enabling residents to engage in quality research projects and work alongside nationally and internationally recognized reproductive scientists. The program reports that over the past five years, approximately one-third of its graduates have pursued subspecialty fellowships, indicating strong support for further specialized training.

For application eligibility, the program welcomes graduates from US or Canadian medical schools accredited by the LCME, graduates from colleges of osteopathic medicine in the United States accredited by the AOA, and international medical graduates who meet specific requirements, including holding a valid ECFMG certificate or having completed a year of residency training in the US.

Applicants are required to use the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) and adhere to specified deadlines and requirements for the submission of their applications, which include the Common Application Form (CAF), curriculum vitae, personal statement, letters of recommendation, Dean’s letter, medical school transcripts, and USMLE scores.

The residency program's extensive curriculum, dedication to research, diverse clinical exposure, and commitment to advocacy and patient care make it a compelling choice for medical graduates seeking to specialize in obstetrics and gynecology.