University of Alabama Hospital Program

Medical genetics and genomics/Maternal-fetal medicineUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Birmingham, AL(Birmingham, AL Metropolitan Area Metro)
1
Positions
$75,128
PGY1 Salary
0.0%
IMG %

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
7540100001
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
1
Interviews:
1

Contact Information

Akila Subramaniam
Program Director

Admission Requirements

Visa Sponsorship:
- YOG C

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
60
Max Hours on Duty:
28
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
1
Lecture/Conference Hours:
3/week
Night Float:
Yes
Faculty Ratio:
14.00

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
14
Non-Physician Staff:
6
0
Female Faculty:
71.4%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
33%
0

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

Only MFM fellowship in Alabama and home to the state's largest MFM practice and serve as a major referral center for Alabama and neighboring states. Fellows train with a diverse, high-acuity patient population, gaining unparalleled exposure and experience in a high-volume, high-impact environment.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • Free parking
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
  • Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia

Educational Opportunities

  • Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
  • Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
  • Economics of health care systems curriculum
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • International experience/global health
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives
  • MPH, MBA, PhD or other advanced degree training

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Required

Duration

48 weeks

Salary Progression

$75,128
PGY-1
$70,350
PGY-2
$72,450
PGY-3
0
$75,128
PGY-5

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical Coverage:Available, Not Paid By Institution
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
Birmingham, AL
Metropolitan Area
Birmingham, AL Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
East South Central
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Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
77(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$308K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.3K/mo
Median Household Income
$60K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
21.1%

Demographics & Community

Population
60K
Median Age
37 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.5
Poverty Rate
22.0%
Unemployment Rate
6.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
77°F
Winter
47°F
Sunny Days
294 days
Precipitation
55"
Humidity
62%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$5.04
Restaurant Meal
13.44
Gas (per gallon)
$4.14
Gym Membership
50

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$75,128
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$97,569
Value Rating
Excellent
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
7540100001
Total Positions:
1
Interviews:
1
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Akila Subramaniam
Program Website:
Visit Website

Application Timeline

Application Period:
12/1/2025 - 4/27/2026
Interview Period:
6/1/2026 - 8/14/2026
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Previous GME Required:
Moonlighting Allowed:
Yes

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No
Min Step 1 Score:
192
Min Step 2 Score:
209

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
Yes
COMLEX Level 2:
Yes

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
July, August

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
No
NRMP Codes:
1007130F0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital
Primary Teaching Site:
University of Alabama at Birmingham Hospital
Contact Person:
Kathy Selman
Contact Email:
[email protected]

Program Size by Year

0
Positions by Year:
PGY-3:1

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
No Smoking
Salary Tax Status:
No
Paid Leave Days:
60

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Min Step 2 Score
209
Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B
IMG Percentage
0.0%
IMG Classification
CHALLENGING

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
0.0%
DO Classification
CHALLENGING

Rankings & Reputation

Program Rankings

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