University of Kansas (Wichita) Program
SurgeryCommunity-based university affiliatedIMG: CHALLENGING
Wichita, KS(Wichita, KS Metropolitan Area Metro)
37
Positions
#82
Specialty Rank
$64,215
PGY1 Salary
5.6%
IMG %
#82
Surgery Ranking
77th Percentile
Top 23% of programs
Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 4401921387
- NRMP Code:
- 3054440C0
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
- Total Positions:
- 37
- Interviews:
- 80
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Years of Graduation Cutoff:
- 5 years
- Visa Sponsorship:
- J1
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 65
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 24
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 1
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 4/week
- Night Float:
- Yes
- Vacation Days:
- 20
- Faculty Ratio:
- 0.10
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 11
- Non-Physician Staff:
- 1
- Part-Time Physicians:
- 11
- Outpatient Clinic Hours:
- 5%
- Ambulatory Non-Hospital:
- 10%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
Our program features early operative experience beginning in the first year. There are no competing fellowships in surgical specialties. We have a Robotic and a QI curriculum. Our AEI Accredited Surgical skills lab includes fundamentals of laparoscopic surgery trainer, Lap Mentor, and formal skills sessions throughout the year.
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)
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Not available
Salary Progression
$64,215
PGY-1
$65,597
PGY-2
$67,902
PGY-3
$70,626
PGY-4
$73,545
PGY-5
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully 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
Cost of Living & Housing
- Cost of Living Index
- 92(US avg: 100)
- Median Home Price
- $283K
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1.2K/mo
- Median Household Income
- $69K
- Rent as % of Resident Salary
- 22.7%(FREIDA)
Demographics & Community
- Population
- 139K
- Median Age
- 32 years
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher
- 0.54
- Poverty Rate
- 22.0%
- Unemployment Rate
- 5.0%
Climate & Weather
Summer
72°F
Winter
42°F
Sunny Days
298 days
Precipitation
59"
Humidity
57%
Local Cost of Goods & Services
Coffee
$5.08
Restaurant Meal
13.56
Gas (per gallon)
$4.18
Gym Membership
50
Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 4401921387
- NRMP Code:
- 3054440C0
- Total Positions:
- 37
- Interviews:
- 80
- Program Type:
- Community-based university affiliated
Contact Information
- Program Director:
- Mike G Porter
- Email:
- [email protected]
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
- More Information:
- More Information
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 9/1/2026 - 11/1/2026
- Interview Period:
- 11/1/2026 - 12/31/2026
- 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:
- No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
- COMLEX Level 2:
- No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
Program Start Dates & Match Information
Start Dates
- Available Start Dates:
- June, July
- July Start Date:
- July
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- Yes
- NRMP Codes:
- 3054440P0, 3054440C0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
- Institution:
- Ascension Via Christi St Joseph
- Primary Teaching Site:
- Ascension Via Christi St Joseph
- Contact Person:
- Dawn Fountain
- Contact Email:
- [email protected]
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 9
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:9PGY-2:7PGY-3:7PGY-4:7PGY-5:7
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
- Paid Leave Days:
- 30
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Years of Graduation Cutoff
- 5 years
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG
- IMG Percentage
- 5.6%
- IMG Classification
- CHALLENGING
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 36.1%
- DO Classification
- HIGH
Rankings & Reputation
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