Lexington Programs
Residencies
- Anesthesiology
- Child Neurology
- Emergency Medicine
- Family Medicine
- Internal Medicine
- Internal Medicine/Pediatrics
- Internal Medicine/Psychiatry
- Interventional Radiology (Integrated)
- Medical Physics
- Neurology
- Neurosurgery
- Obstetrics and Gynecology
- Ophthalmology
- Optometry
- Orthopaedic Surgery
- Otolaryngology (ENT)
- Pathology
- Pediatrics
- Pediatrics / Psychiatry / Child Adolescent Psychiatry
- Physical Medicine and Rehabilitation
- Plastic Surgery
- Preventive Medicine
- Psychiatry
- Radiation Oncology
- Radiology (Diagnostic)
- Surgery
- Thoracic Surgery (Integrated)
- Urology
Non-Standard Training (NST) Programs
UK Graduate Medical Education also offers the following Non-Standard Training (NST) Programs:
- Acute & Chronic Liver Failure
- Advanced Cardiac Imaging
- Cardiothoracic Imaging
- Medical Retina
- Cancer Imaging
Fellowships
- Abdominal Radiology
- Addiction Medicine
- Advanced Cardiovascular Imaging
- Advanced Heart Failure and Transplant Cardiology
- Anesthesiology (Critical Care)
- Anesthesiology (Pain Medicine)
- Anesthesiology (Adult Cardiothoracic)
- Anesthesiology (Pediatric)
- Brain Injury
- Cardiovascular Disease
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology
- Clinical Neurophysiology
- Colon and Rectal Surgery
- Critical Care Medicine
- Cytopathology
- Endocrinology, Diabetes, and Metabolism
- Epilepsy
- Family Medicine (Sports Medicine)
- Gastroenterology
- Gynecology Oncology
- Hand Surgery
- Hematology / Oncology
- Hospice and Palliative Medicine
- Infectious Diseases
- Interventional Cardiology
- Interventional Radiology (Independent)
- Maternal Fetal Medicine
- Musculoskeletal Radiology
- Neonatal-Perinatal Medicine (Neonatology)
- Nephrology
- Neuropathology
- Neuroradiology
- Orthopaedics (Sports Medicine)
- Pediatric Emergency Medicine
- Pulmonary and Critical Care Medicine
- Rheumatology
- Surgical Pathology
- Surgical Critical Care
- Thoracic Surgery
- Transplant Hepatology
- Vascular Neurology
- Vascular Surgery
The following fellowships are offered outside of GME at UK:
- Advanced Endoscopy
- Clinical Neuropsychology
- Emergency Medicine Ultrasound
- Emergency Radiology
- Geriatric Neurology
- Glaucoma
- Headache Medicine
- Hepatology
- Hospital Medicine Fellowship
- Medical Retina
- Movement Disorders
- Neurosurgery Endovascular Fellowship
- Neurosurgery Spine Fellowship
- Neurosurgery Stereotactic and Functional Fellowship
- Orthopaedic Surgery Trauma
- Vitreo-Retinal Surgery
- Women's Radiology
Frequently Asked Questions
Here are the most frequently asked questions about our UK College of Medicine residencies.
What residency programs are available at the UK College of Medicine in Lexington?
The Lexington campus offers more than 60 residency and fellowship programs across a wide range of specialties, from internal medicine, pediatrics, and surgery to subspecialties like cardiology, oncology, and psychiatry. All programs are ACGME-accredited and housed within Kentucky’s top-ranked academic medical center.
What residency programs are available at the UK College of Medicine in Lexington?
The Lexington campus offers more than 60 residency and fellowship programs across a wide range of specialties, from internal medicine, pediatrics, and surgery to subspecialties like cardiology, oncology, and psychiatry. All programs are ACGME-accredited and housed within Kentucky’s top-ranked academic medical center.
How competitive are the UK College of Medicine residency programs?
UK College of Medicine residencies are nationally respected and draw applicants from across the U.S. Selection is competitive, with programs seeking candidates who are compassionate, intellectually curious, and committed to serving a variety of patient populations. Many programs match above the national average for board scores and academic performance.
How competitive are the UK College of Medicine residency programs?
UK College of Medicine residencies are nationally respected and draw applicants from across the U.S. Selection is competitive, with programs seeking candidates who are compassionate, intellectually curious, and committed to serving a variety of patient populations. Many programs match above the national average for board scores and academic performance.
What makes Lexington, Ky., a good place for medical residency?
Lexington blends the energy of a university town with the charm of a small city. Residents enjoy affordable living, beautiful outdoor spaces, vibrant arts and music scenes, and a strong sense of community. It’s a place where your career can thrive—and your quality of life can, too.
What makes Lexington, Ky., a good place for medical residency?
Lexington blends the energy of a university town with the charm of a small city. Residents enjoy affordable living, beautiful outdoor spaces, vibrant arts and music scenes, and a strong sense of community. It’s a place where your career can thrive—and your quality of life can, too.
Do residents have opportunities for research at the UK College of Medicine?
Yes - UK residents can collaborate with leading researchers across clinical, translational, and public health fields. With over $225 million in annual research funding, our programs offer hands-on access to groundbreaking innovation, especially in cancer, cardiovascular health, aging, neuroscience and rural health disparities.
Do residents have opportunities for research at the UK College of Medicine?
Yes - UK residents can collaborate with leading researchers across clinical, translational, and public health fields. With over $225 million in annual research funding, our programs offer hands-on access to groundbreaking innovation, especially in cancer, cardiovascular health, aging, neuroscience and rural health disparities.
How do I apply to a UK College of Medicine residency program?
Applications are accepted through ERAS® (Electronic Residency Application Service). Most programs participate in the NRMP Match. Requirements vary by specialty, so visit your program’s individual page for specific details and deadlines. International medical graduates are welcome to apply and must meet additional criteria.
How do I apply to a UK College of Medicine residency program?
Applications are accepted through ERAS® (Electronic Residency Application Service). Most programs participate in the NRMP Match. Requirements vary by specialty, so visit your program’s individual page for specific details and deadlines. International medical graduates are welcome to apply and must meet additional criteria.