How to Apply - MCMC GME
All MCMC Residency Program applications must be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). Applications received by fax, email or mail will not be accepted. All positions are filled through the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP).
Program
NRMP Number
Diagnostic Radiology* (Categorical)
1636420C0
General Surgery (Preliminary)
1636420O0
General Surgery (Categorical)
1636440C0
Internal Medicine (Preliminary)
1636149P0
Internal Medicine (Categorical)
1636140C0
Transitional Year
1636999P0
*Please note that the Diagnostic Radiology program is categorical. Candidates who match with the program will automatically match with a position in out Transitional Year Residency Program. It is not necessary to schedule separate interviews with each program unless you plan to rank the Transitional Program as a stand-alone year.
- Completed ERAS application form
- Curriculum vitae
- Dean’s letter
- Medical school transcript
- Personal statement
- Three (3) letters of recommendation
- Photo
- All residency candidates must fulfill Mercy Catholic Medical Center Employment Requirements.
Diagnostic Radiology: Sponsors J1 visas through ECFMG for applicants who are eligible for appointment to a residency position. The program also sponsors H1B visas.
General Surgery: Sponsors residents on J1 visas. This program does not sponsor H1B visas.
Internal Medicine: Sponsors residents on J1 visas and valid EAD status. This program does not sponsor H1B visas.
Transitional Year: Applicants must have US Citizenship or Green card. This program does not sponsor any visas.
International Medical Graduates
International medical graduates must be certified by the Educational Commission for Foreign Medical Graduates (ECFMG). Information about certification and Visa sponsorship is available from: ECFMG 3624 Market Street Philadelphia, PA 19104 USA.
Residents enrolled in Mercy Catholic Medical Center programs must be licensed by the Pennsylvania State Board of Medicine (or State Board of Osteopathic Medicine for Transitional Year Program). MCMC’s Graduate Medical Education Department will assist matched candidates in the licensure process.
Mercy Catholic Medical Center does not use a simple “cut” mechanism for deciding whom to interview. Rather, each application is reviewed individually, based on a combination of academic performance, USMLE scores, letters of recommendation, clinical/research experience, etc.
Interview invitations will be extended by e-mail to qualified applicants. Interviews begin in late-October and continue through early January.