How To Apply
Our program participates in ERAS program and NRMP match process. Information on ERAS process can be obtained through your medical school. Our admissions team reviews all applications via ERAS to determine granting an interview to qualifying candidates. Due to the large volume of applications, apply soon as our interview schedule will fill up quickly. Our program provides housing for out-of-town visitors, more than 70 minutes from Canton. During an interview, applicants will have an opportunity to interact with residents in an informal setting, recruitment social off site from hospital. The following information will be reviewed from your ERAS application:
Criteria to apply
Frequently Asked Questions
How many positions are offered each year?
We offer 4 allopathic categorical positions each year.
May I mail, fax or email additional information to put with my ERAS application?
Only if requested by us.
Do you invite international medical graduates to interview?
Yes, admissions team reviews all ERAS applications received by December 1st. We currently have IMG residents.
Do you sponsor visas?
Yes, we sponsor J-1 visas.
Do you have maternity/paternity leave?
Yes, residents are permitted to take a leave of absence for birth or adoption of a child.
Is your program affiliated with any universities?
Yes, our program has a strong affiliation with Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). Our Program Director is the Chairman and Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at NEOMED. We have medical students throughout the year in our obstetrics and gynecology clerkship program. We have medical students from around the world doing electives through our program as well.
Will your program reconsider or critique my application?
Due to the large volume of ERAS applications we received each year, this is not possible or feasible.
Our program participates in ERAS program and NRMP match process. Information on ERAS process can be obtained through your medical school. Our admissions team reviews all applications via ERAS to determine granting an interview to qualifying candidates. Due to the large volume of applications, apply soon as our interview schedule will fill up quickly. Our program provides housing for out-of-town visitors, more than 70 minutes from Canton. During an interview, applicants will have an opportunity to interact with residents in an informal setting, recruitment social off site from hospital. The following information will be reviewed from your ERAS application:
- Application
- Personal Statement
- Transcripts
- Dean’s Letter
- Three Letters of Recommendation
- USMLE (first time pass): Step I = minimum 200 Step 2 CK = minimum 220 Step 2 CS = Pass
- COMLEX (first time pass): Level 1 = minimum 500 Level 2 CE = minimum 500 Level 2 PE = Pass
- If you have taken both USMLE and COMLEX, must meet minimum scores for both to apply.
- Personal Photo
Criteria to apply
- Submission of all documents must be via ERAS
- When applying, must have first time passed Step/Level 1 and Step 2 CK/Level 2 CE. ECFMG certification not required when applying.
- Core clinical clerkship experience in United States is required
- Applicants can apply regardless of the number of years from graduation
- Application deadline is December 1st
- Our institutional policy prohibits hiring new employees who smoke or use nicotine products
Frequently Asked Questions
How many positions are offered each year?
We offer 4 allopathic categorical positions each year.
May I mail, fax or email additional information to put with my ERAS application?
Only if requested by us.
Do you invite international medical graduates to interview?
Yes, admissions team reviews all ERAS applications received by December 1st. We currently have IMG residents.
Do you sponsor visas?
Yes, we sponsor J-1 visas.
Do you have maternity/paternity leave?
Yes, residents are permitted to take a leave of absence for birth or adoption of a child.
Is your program affiliated with any universities?
Yes, our program has a strong affiliation with Northeast Ohio Medical University (NEOMED). Our Program Director is the Chairman and Professor of Obstetrics and Gynecology at NEOMED. We have medical students throughout the year in our obstetrics and gynecology clerkship program. We have medical students from around the world doing electives through our program as well.
Will your program reconsider or critique my application?
Due to the large volume of ERAS applications we received each year, this is not possible or feasible.