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Admissions Process

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The Anesthesiology Residency Program will participate in ERAS, with interviews remaining virtual using Zoom.

All applicants applying for PGY-1 positions must complete an application in ERAS and participate in the National Residency Match Program (NRMP).

Beginning in mid-October, selected candidates will be invited to interview.  During the interview, you will meet our chair, members of the selection committee, other faculty, and several residents.

Candidates are also invited to participate in a virtual meet-and-greet with our residents the night before your interview.  This is the perfect opportunity to ask questions and hear more about our program before your interview.


Application Materials

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We require the following application materials:

  • Completed application
  • Current CV
  • Dean's letter of educational performance
  • Medical school transcripts
  • Three current letters of recommendation
    • Two from practicing anesthesiologists
    • For applicants currently in a residency training program, a letter of recommendation from your current program director is required
  • USMLE (1 and 2) are required for all applicants; COMLEX scores will be used as supplemental documentation.

For international medical graduates, we also require:

  • Copy of valid ECFMG certificate
  • Documentation of valid visa status (We only sponsor the J1 visa.)

Match 2026 Virtual Open House

 

Considering University of Kentucky Anesthesiology for your residency?Join us for Residency Virtual Open House on Tuesday, Aug. 11, 2026, at 7 p.m. ET

Register at: Virtual Open House: University of Kentucky Department of Anesthesiology Residency Program

 

Join us to learn more about our program, the application and selection process, and more — directly from faculty and residents. Please note that University of Kentucky residency program will conduct all interviews virtually this year.


Salary and Benefits

Resident and Fellow Salary & Benefits

Please review the total compensation information here.