We have seven (7) PGY-1 positions available each year through the National Residency Match Program.

- IMPORTANT DATES -

Our program utilizes the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). If interested in applying, please coordinate with the Dean's office at your medical school to submit your application materials via ERAS.

Application Requirements:

1. The MyERAS® application
2. Dean’s Letter aka MSPE
3. Medical student transcript with current surgery grades
4. At least 3 letters of recommendation (Additional letters may be submitted. Standarized letter of  recommendation and/or traditional narrative letters are both accepted)
5.  Personal statement
6. USMLE Step 1 scores, if applicable. Step 2 scores are not required, but strongly encouraged.
7.  Color photo

Our deadline for applications is:

Friday, October 16, 2026

For more information, please contact:

Melanie Bozarth
Residency Coordinator
Department of Orthopaedic Surgery
Office: (650) 721-7638
Fax: (650) 498-6899
Email: mbozarth@stanford.edu