FAQ for Prospective Residents
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The Pathology Residency Program (Anatomic and Clinical Pathology) is fully accredited by ACGME.
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All applications must be made through the ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service) system.
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- Completed application form
- Medical School Dean's letter
- Personal statement
- Medical School transcript (originals or certified copies)
- USMLE scores
- Current letters of recommendation
- Curriculum Vitae
- Copy of ECFMG certificate if graduated from a foreign school
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73%
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We do not have a cut off score for step I or II. Comlex test is acceptable for DO applicants. We do review and consider the overall application.
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We generally prefer applicants within 5 years of graduation. We occasionally consider longer graduation intervals.
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Recommend at a minimum 3 recent letters of reference.
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Yes.
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J1 visas are accepted in our program.
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H1-B visas are not sponsored in our program.
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We require USMLE examination scores, appropriate Visa status, and fluency in English. Foreign medical graduates must be ECFMG certified to apply.
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Each year, we have up to three PGY-1 positions available.
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ACGME has approved up to 14 residents in training in our program; leaving 2 positions available for residents who may become off cycle for health, family or academic reasons.
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Through USF, there are fellowship opportunities in Cytopathology, Surgical Pathology, Hematopathology, Forensic Pathology, and Dermatopathology.
H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center is a primary teaching site for our training program. Moffitt also offers ACGME and non ACGME accredited fellowship programs. A list of their fellowship programs can be viewed on their website at Pathology Fellowships | Moffitt.