Louisiana State University School of Medicine Program
Infectious Disease (IM)University-basedIMG: HIGH
New Orleans, LA
6
Positions
33.3%
IMG %
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Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 1462121051
- Program Type:
- University-based
- Total Positions:
- 6
- Interviews:
- 30
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Visa Sponsorship:
- J-1 through ECFMG
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 50
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 12
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 1.00
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 4/week
- Night Float:
- No
- Faculty Ratio:
- 2.20
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 13
- Non-Physician Staff:
- 1
- Female Faculty:
- 61.50%
- Outpatient Clinic Hours:
- 20%
- Ambulatory Non-Hospital:
- 5%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
The LSU ID program provides a solid foundation in the practice of clinical infectious diseases in preparation for a future career in the private practice or academic setting. Fellows predominantly work at UMCNO, a tertiary care center with extensive exposure to the care of HIV/AIDS, tuberculosis, viral hepatitis, and other infections common in indigent and trauma patients. Fellows also receive training in transplant infectious diseases at large regional transplant centers.
Program Offers & Benefits
- Free parking
- On-call meal allowance
Educational Opportunities
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Economics of health care systems curriculum
- Debt management/financial counseling
- Off-campus electives
- MPH, MBA, PhD or other advanced degree training
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Required
Duration
999 weeks
Salary Progression
$66,975
PGY-1
$66,975
PGY-4
$69,979
PGY-5
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
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Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
Demographics & Community
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Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 1462121051
- Total Positions:
- 6
- Interviews:
- 30
- Program Type:
- University-based
Contact Information
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 5/18/2026 - 9/14/2026
- Interview Period:
- 8/17/2026 - 10/5/2026
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Previous GME Required:
- Yes
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- Yes
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- July
- July Start Date:
- July 1
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- No
- NRMP Codes:
- 1224146F0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 3
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:3PGY-2:3
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
- Paid Leave Days:
- 14
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG
- IMG Percentage
- 33.3%
- IMG Classification
- HIGH
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 16.7%
- DO Classification
- MODERATE
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