Overview
The University of Washington is an ACGME accredited program for the Integrated IR Residency. Graduates of this program will complete overall two full years of training in IR and will be eligible for dual board certification in IR and DR.
Application Process
Minimum eligibility criteria
1. A medical degree from one of the following:
- Accredited medical school in the United States
- Accredited college of osteopathic medicine in the United States
- Medical school outside of the United States, along with ECFMG certification
2. Passing scores on USMLE Step 1 (and Step 2 CK & CS if taken in time for ERAS submission)
ERAS Application
Complete ERAS application online.
Interviews
We typically offer about 40 interviews each year for 4 positions in the integrated program.
Specifics the selection committee takes into greatest consideration:
- Core clerkship grades, especially in surgical/procedural specialties
- Letters of recommendation, particularly from IR, DR, surgery, and/or medicine faculty
- Dean’s letter (MSPE); class standing
- USMLE scores
- Leadership and volunteer activities
- Research activity, particularly presentations and publications
Historically, most of our successful applicants have received honors in the majority of their core clinical clerkships (most notably in medicine and surgery) and were members of AOA. However, those applicants from schools that do not offer “honors” or AOA are not adversely affected.
We do not have a threshold for the USMLE Step 1 score, although applicants with lower scores generally have other considerable strengths in their application to be considered for an interview. Such other strengths include exceptional performance at a highly regarded medical school, high-caliber research, important leadership positions, or noteworthy volunteer activities.
Upcoming Interview Dates
We have concluded interviews for this season. Interview dates will be posted once we approach the next match cycle.
All our interviews will take place via Zoom, and more details will be shared about that process if selected for an interview.
Second Look Policy: Second look visits are optional and intended solely to provide applicants with additional exposure to our program, facilities, and clinical environment. Consistent with NRMP Match Communication Code of Conduct principles and modeled after the NRMP Voluntary Rank Order List Lock Pilot, our program will finalize its rank order list prior to the second look period; therefore, attendance or non-attendance will not influence ranking decisions. During the second look window, applicants may tour facilities, observe clinical practice in an observational capacity only, and engage in informal conversations with current residents. No formal or informal interviews with faculty will occur, and second look visits are non-evaluative.
We hold an open house in the fall for interested applicants. Exact date and time TBD and link will be posted once available.
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“From the time of my IR Fellowship to many years into my practice, the culture of UW Radiology has remained the same: we all respect one another, have fun together, and learn from each other. We take our patient care very seriously but don’t take ourselves too seriously. The curiosity and enthusiasm of the residents reminds me every day of why I loved radiology in the first place.”
George D. Soltes, MD
UW IR Attending and Core Faculty
“The training experience in IR at UW is second to none. Every case and clinical encounter, from the most simple to the complex, is approached in a comprehensive and thoughtful manner. You are truly trained to think and act like a clinical IR from day 1. On top of this the culture is incredibly supportive and nurturing, from the leadership, attendings, all the way to the techs and nurses. The case diversity and unique clinical experiences offered at all 4 hospitals is unbeatable.”
Christopher D. Malone, MD
UW IR Fellow 2018
“I always knew UW IR was a world class training program, but it wasn’t until I graduated that I realized how truly comprehensive and cutting-edge my experience was. The program provides the perfect balance of clinical autonomy and mentorship from leaders in the field. The case diversity is unmatched – from trauma volume spanning 5 states, to complex venous interventions and collaborative PAD work. UW IR provided me with a broad skill set that allows me to take on challenging cases without pause, and I am grateful for the mentorship I have and will continue to receive from this amazing program!”
Arthie Jeyakumar, MD
UW IR Resident 2022
“UW IR’s case volume, case diversity, and commitment to teaching are unquestionably world-class. But the characteristic of this program that I’ve come to value the most is its emphasis on doing the right thing for patients. You’ll often hear our attendings asking “why?” during rounds and cases, encouraging the trainees to think critically about their role in helping individual patients, populations, and the hospital-based healthcare ecosystem. UW IR has prepared me for being a comprehensive proceduralist and clinician, and I couldn’t be more grateful for the breadth and depth of training I’ve received here.”
Grace Laidlaw, MD, MSc
UW IR Resident 2023
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