Neurosurgery Residency Program

The Division of Neurosurgery at The University of North Carolina has a long standing tradition of excellence in clinical care and resident education. Residents who train at UNC are exposed to top quality spine surgery, vascular surgery including endovascular neurosurgery, neuro-oncology, pediatric neurosurgery and functional/epilepsy surgery. The variety in clinical experience lays a foundation for preparing our residents for a successful career in neurosurgery. A vast majority of our recent chief residents have gone on to subspecialty training in endovascular neurosurgery, spine, functional and neuro-oncology. We share a strong desire to educate residents and look forward to meeting with you in the future.

The UNC Neurosurgery Residency Training Program is designed to give the resident a broad exposure to all aspects of clinical neurosurgery including:

The length of residency training in neurological surgery is six years after at least one year of internship. One resident is accepted each year. Appointments begin July 1 after at least one year of internship. The Accreditation Council of Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) approves all programs. The written examination of the American Board of Neurological Surgery is taken for self-assessment or for credit at the option of the resident. A passing grade is required for completion of training program.

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Current Residents

How to Apply

• Electronic Residency Applciation Service (ERAS):
  We accept applications through ERAS. You may contact your medical school or consult the ERAS web site for additional information regarding the process.
• National Residency Matching Program (NRMP)
  Neurosurgery resident applicants must register with the NRMP. Our program code is 1900160C0. 
• Additional Requirements: 
  1. Three letters of recommendation, at least one from a neurosurgeon
  2. Scores from Step 1 of the USMLE
  3. Personal Statement
  4. Transcripts
  5. Dean's letter - to be submitted after November 1st.       

Foreign Graduates

UNC Hospitals will accept residents who have been issued a J-1 Visa and who hold a current ECFMG Certificate.

Application Deadline

        All materials, should be received by November 1.  

2009-2010 Interview dates:

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