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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

Adult Cardiothoracic Anesthesiology Fellowship

SOAP

Orthopedic Sports Medicine Fellowship

SOAP

Obstetric Anesthesiology Fellowship

SOAP

Podiatry Residency

CASPR

Regional Anesthesia and Acute Pain Medicine Fellowship

SF Match