Regional Residency Guides

Cost-of-Living Adjusted PGY-1 Salaries: Region-by-Region Comparison

Compare cost-of-living adjusted PGY-1 salaries across US regions to reveal true resident purchasing power and rank programs by real take-home value.

Trauma Volume Differences: Level 1 Centers by Region Explained

Explore how Level 1 trauma center volume varies by region and how penetrating vs blunt case mix shapes residency training and clinical experience.

Retention Data: Who Actually Stays to Practice Where They Train?

Match Rates by Region: Which Areas Are Most Competitive in 2025?

2025 US residency match rates by region — which areas are most competitive? Learn hotspots (Northeast, California) and data-driven tips to improve match odds.

Do You Really Need ‘Regional Ties’ to Match? What the Evidence Says

Step Score Averages by Region: Northeast vs South vs Midwest vs West

Compare Step 2 CK regional score expectations—Northeast, South, Midwest, West—to shape residency strategy. Learn how scores affect interviews and matches.

Moonlighting Opportunities by Region: Income and Policy Differences

Night Float vs 24-Hour Call: Regional Patterns and Resident Impact

The Hidden Hierarchy Between NYC, Boston, and Philly Residencies

Can You Realistically Match Back Home After Leaving Your Region?

Learn how to realistically match back home for residency: build credible regional ties, document experiences, and use targeted away rotations to prove fit.

Migration Patterns: Where Graduates Relocate After Southern Training

Explore migration patterns after southern training: regional retention, top metros, and specialty-driven moves to inform residency and career decisions.

Med School in One Region, All Contacts in Another: Bridging the Gap

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