Information about the Mercy Medical Center Transition

Learn more about the proposed transition of Mercy Medical Center, its joint venture affiliates, and medical group entities in Massachusetts to Baystate Health, and what it means for our community.

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Applying to the Anesthesiology Residency

Application Process

The Anesthesiology Residency Program at UMass Chan Medical School-Baystate participates in the ERAS Program for the residency application process. For information about an application for our Anesthesiology Program, visit the ERAS website.

  • Applications received by mail will not be accepted.
  • The deadline for receipt of the ERAS application is December 31.
  • Upon receipt of the application, it will be reviewed and an invitation for an interview will be extended by e-mail to qualified applicants.
  • Interviews are offered based on academic performance, USMLE or COMLEX scores and letters of recommendation.

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Application Requirements

All applicants must fulfill our Resident & Fellow Appointment Requirements.

In addition, you'll need:

  • The USMLE Step 1 and 2 scores should be at least 250, while Comlex 1 & 2 scores should beat least 600.
  • We only accept applications through ERAS: include 3 letters of recommendation (and one from an anesthesiologist), Dean's letter, medical school transcripts, copies of USMLE/COMLEX scores, and a photo.
  • If you had spent time in another training program, we will need a letter of recommendation from the Program Director.

International Medical School Graduates

In addition to the above, the following are also required:

  • A current ECFMG certificate, valid indefinitely
  • Clinical experience is required within the last two years. Note: Observerships and Externships DO NOT fulfill this requirement.

Institutional Policy on Visa Status

If you are a foreign national, you must enter the United States on an appropriate visa and maintain appropriate visa status throughout your training.

We sponsor residents and fellows on J-1 visas through the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). Read our Resident Visas Policy.

Recruitment

Over the past years, we have been very fortunate in recruiting at least 20-25% of graduating classes, a true testament to our excellent training and camaraderie.

We will continue our efforts to recruit our well-trained graduates for the foreseeable future.

Interviews

Virtual Interviewing

Consistent with recommendations from the AAMC and the ACGME, UMass Chan-Baystate GME programs will conduct interviews virtually for all applicants.

Please feel free to call us at 413-794-4326 or 800-959-4233 if you have any questions.

We look forward to hearing from you!

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