All information available about each candidate is reviewed by each member of the faculty and a ranking is given. These rankings are consolidated to produce the final matching list. All first year appointments are made through the National Resident Matching Program (UMKC identifier is 440-28-21-168). We attempt to select intellectually competent individuals who are highly motivated, sincerely committed and who possess personality characteristics and interpersonal skills which suggest that they will become capable humane surgeons.

Application Checklist

The Univeristy of Missouri - Kansas City General Surgery Residency Program is now participating in the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS). You need to contact your medical school in order to complete the application.

• Electronic Application

• Three Recommendation Letters

• Personal Statement

• Dean's Letter

• Medical School Transcript

• USMLE scores*

• Wallet Size Photo

* Although USMLE transcripts may appear as that on the ERAS application, we require that these scores be included. You will need to request official transcripts from NBME be mailed to us through ERAS. All materials must be sent electronically. Applications are not considered until they are complete. Please forward your application and all supporting documents by November 15 , and include an e-mail address with your application. Any questions or comments can be e-mailed to us at the following address: dana.nelson@tmcmed.org.

Interviews

Candidates for house staff positions in Surgery are interviewed on one of four days set aside for interviews each year during November through January. For 2010-2011 these days are:

Wednesday, November 9

Saturday, December 3

Wednesday, December 14

Saturday, January 14

Selection of candidates to be interviewed will be based on a review of their application form. Applications for residency are received through Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS).

The interview session will consist of an opening session which reviews the training program in general terms. Each candidate will then be interviewed by at least two faculty members and will be conducted on a tour of the facilities by members of the house staff and will have the opportunity to talk with them about the program. Lunch will be provided for applicants. Spouse or fiancee may accompany the candidate and will be invited to the luncheon. The interview process does not involve formal "testing."

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Contact Information

UMKC General Surgery Residency Program

Stanley Augustin, M.D.
Associate Program Director
Department of Surgery
Truman Med Ctr-UMKC
Surgery Admin
2301 Holmes St/3rd Floor
Kansas City, MO 64105
Tel: (816) 404-5345
Fax: (816) 404-5381