University of Tennessee Program

Pathology-anatomic and clinicalUniversity-basedIMG: HIGH
Memphis, TN(Memphis, TN Metropolitan Area Metro)
12
Positions
#110
Specialty Rank
$62,304
PGY1 Salary
54.5%
IMG %
#110
Pathology-anatomic and clinical Ranking
23rd Percentile
Top 77% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
3004712336
NRMP Code:
1844300C0YOG
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
12
Interviews:
40

Contact Information

Admission Requirements

Years of Graduation Cutoff:
5 years
Visa Sponsorship:
J1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
50
Max Hours on Duty:
12
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
2
Lecture/Conference Hours:
5/week
Night Float:
No
Vacation Days:
15
Sick Days:
15
Faculty Ratio:
1.30

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
21
Non-Physician Staff:
3
Part-Time Physicians:
10
Female Faculty:
63.6%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

UTHSC's Pathology Residency offers a comprehensive four-year AP/CP program with multiple training sites. Residents gain hands-on experience across various settings, enhancing diagnostic skills and clinical acumen. The program emphasizes progressive responsibility, fostering leadership and lifelong learning. Graduates are well-prepared for fellowships or careers in pathology.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • Free parking
  • On-call meal allowance
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance

Educational Opportunities

  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Not available

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Salary Progression

$62,304
PGY-1
$64,764
PGY-2
$66,900
PGY-3
$69,624
PGY-4
0

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:Institution & Resident Share Cost
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
Memphis, TN
Metropolitan Area
Memphis, TN Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
East South Central
Metropolitan Population
6,923,772

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
97(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$342K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.5K/mo
Median Household Income
$70K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
28.2%(FREIDA)

Demographics & Community

Metropolitan Population
6,923,772
Median Age
37 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.57
Poverty Rate
7.0%
Unemployment Rate
2.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
77°F
Winter
47°F
Sunny Days
260 days
Precipitation
42"
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
$62,304
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$64,231
Value Rating
Good
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
3004712336
NRMP Code:
1844300C0YOG
Total Positions:
12
Interviews:
40
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Lauren King
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
More Information

Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/1/2026 - 10/30/2026
Interview Period:
10/30/2026 - 1/30/2027
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Moonlighting Allowed:
Yes

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
Yes
COMLEX Level 2:
No

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
July
July Start Date:
July

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
Yes
NRMP Codes:
1844300C0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
University of Tennessee Department of Pathology
Primary Teaching Site:
University of Tennessee Department of Pathology
Contact Person:
Misty Nichols
Contact Email:
[email protected]

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
3
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:3
PGY-2:3
PGY-3:3
PGY-4:3

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
15
Unpaid Leave Days:
45

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Years of Graduation Cutoff
5 years
Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG
IMG Percentage
54.5%
IMG Classification
HIGH
IMG Specialty Percentile
55th percentile

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
0.0%
DO Classification
CHALLENGING

Rankings & Reputation

Program Rankings

This section is currently being developed with comprehensive ranking data and analysis.

Resources & Tools

External Resources & Official Links

Professional Organizations & Medical Resources

Match Organizations

Medical Education

Specialty Organizations