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University of Michigan Program

SurgeryUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Ann Arbor, MI(Arbor, MI Metropolitan Area Metro)
42
Positions
#281
Specialty Rank
$74,624
PGY1 Salary
0.0%
IMG %
#281
Surgery Ranking
22nd Percentile
Top 78% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
4402521141
NRMP Code:
1293440P0
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
42
Interviews:
75

Contact Information

David Thomas Hughes
Program Director

Admission Requirements

Visa Sponsorship:
-

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
70
Max Hours on Duty:
28
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
1
Lecture/Conference Hours:
3/week
Night Float:
Yes
Vacation Days:
28
Faculty Ratio:
1.10

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
48
Non-Physician Staff:
1
0
Female Faculty:
41.7%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
15%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

Learn about our program here: https://medschool.umich.edu/departments/surgery/sections/general-surgery/education/residency/overview

Program Offers & Benefits

  • On-call meal allowance
  • 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)
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
  • International experience/global health
  • Off-campus electives
  • MPH, MBA, PhD or other advanced degree training

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Required

Duration

96 weeks

Salary Progression

$74,624
PGY-1
$77,609
PGY-2
$80,713
PGY-3
$83,942
PGY-4
$87,299
PGY-5

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Group Life Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
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
Ann Arbor, MI
Metropolitan Area
Arbor, MI Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
East North Central
0

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
81(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$192K
Median Monthly Rent
$0.9K/mo
Median Household Income
$83K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
13.9%(FREIDA)

Demographics & Community

Population
171K
Median Age
36 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.16
Poverty Rate
21.0%
Unemployment Rate
7.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
66°F
Winter
26°F
Sunny Days
280 days
Precipitation
36"
Humidity
61%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$5.26
Restaurant Meal
11.11
Gas (per gallon)
$4.15
Gym Membership
52

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$74,624
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$92,128
Value Rating
Excellent
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
4402521141
NRMP Code:
1293440P0
Total Positions:
42
Interviews:
75
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
David Thomas Hughes
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
More Information

Application Timeline

Application Period:
9/1/2026 - 10/31/2026
Interview Period:
11/1/2026 - 1/31/2027
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:
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
June Start Date:
June 21

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
Yes
NRMP Codes:
1293440P0, 1293440C0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
Michigan Medicine University of Michigan
Primary Teaching Site:
Michigan Medicine University of Michigan
Contact Person:
Lisa Leininger
Contact Email:
[email protected]

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
14
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:14
PGY-2:7
PGY-3:7
PGY-4:7
PGY-5:7

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
42

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Visa Sponsorship
-
IMG Percentage
0.0%
IMG Classification
CHALLENGING
0

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
0.0%
DO Classification
CHALLENGING

Rankings & Reputation

Program Rankings

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