Nazareth General Surgery GME FAQs

Where are we located?

We are headquartered at Nazareth Hospital in Northeast Philadelphia. Our residents also rotate in our sister hospital; St Mary Medical Center in Langhorne, PA. Residents will also rotate locally for select experiences that include: Pediatric Surgery at St. Christopher’s Hospital for Children; Trauma Surgery at Penn Presbyterian Medical Center; Abdominal Organ Transplantation and Hepatobiliary Surgery at Thomas Jefferson University Hospital.

How many residents do we accept?

We currently fill two categorical and two preliminary positions annually.

Do we use an electronic health record (EHR) system?

Yes. We use Epic as our fully integrated electronic health record system.

Do I have to participate in the NRMP Match to enter your program?

Yes, the only way that one can apply for a position in our general surgery program is to apply through ERAS and participate in the NRMP Match. Applications received by fax, email or mail will not be accepted.

Program/NRMP ID
General Surgery (Categorical): 1932440C0
General Surgery (Preliminary): 1932440P0

Does your program accept osteopathic students?

Yes. DOs who apply through ERAS and meet all requirements are considered for both preliminary and categorical positions.

Does your program accept IMGs as residents?

Yes. IMGs who apply through ERAS and meet all requirements are considered for both preliminary and categorical positions.

Parking, stipends, benefits?

Free parking is available at both Nazareth Hospital and St. Mary Medical Center. Monthly meal allowance, educational stipend, white coats provided & more!

Where do residents live?

The Philadelphia region also offers residents a diverse choice of living experiences. Most of our residents live within a 15–20 minute drive of the hospital. Philadelphia and its surrounding suburbs have many historic neighborhoods. Comfortable and affordable housing is available in the city and the surrounding suburbs.