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Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS)

Most first year appointments are made through the National Residency Matching Program (NRMP). Ochsner participates in the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS).

PGY 1

  • Personal statement
  • CV
  • Dean's letter
  • Transcripts
  • At least 3 letters of recommendation from physicians who have supervised you in a clinical setting
  • USMLE / COMLEX transcripts

PGY 2 and above

  • All documents listed in PGY 1
  • Certificate(s) of previous training
  • Medical school diploma

Fellowship

  • All documents listed in PGY 1 and 2 (dean's letter optional)
  • Must submit a recommendation letter from Current Program Director

Download a sample contract.

Program Exceptions

Obstetrics & Gynecology Residency
ResidencyCAS

Contact your degree-granting medical school to gain access.

Podiatry Residency
CASPR

Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship
SOAP

Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship
SF Match

Obstetric Anesthesiology Fellowship
SOAP

Regional Anesthesia and Acute Pain Medicine Fellowship
SF Match