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Prospective Residents

Frequently Asked Questions

Q: Do you take applicants from outside Louisiana?
A: Yes, we welcome trainees from all over the United States and elsewhere.

Q: What qualifications do you require for International Medical Graduates?
A: IMGs must meet the following qualifications to be eligible for an interview:

ECFMG-certified at the time of application

One full year of experience (consecutive 12 months) in US

A graduate from medical school within past 2 years

score in the 90th percentile on both Steps I, II and III of the USMLE

J1 visas only
Feel free to apply via ERAS if you meet these requirements

Q: How many letters of recommendation do I need, and from whom?
A: You are required to have a minimum of three letters of recommendations; one must come from the Dean of your medical school, and the others can come from other faculty members. It is not mandatory to have a Chairman’s letter, but it is welcomed.

Q: What is the deadline for applications?
A: The application deadline is November 30th. Keep in mind that interview slots fill up quickly, so the earlier you apply, the sooner you can be scheduled for an interview.
We conduct Preliminary and Categorical Medicine interviews on Wednesdays and Thursdays in November, December, and January. Interviews for the combined Internal Medicine/Emergency Medicine residency program are conducted on Wednesdays in January.

Q: How do I get to my hotel from the airport?
A: It is very difficult to attend the interview straight from the airport. You should arrive in New Orleans the day before your interview. The interview day begins at 7:30 am continues until 2:00pm.
If you are staying at the hotel we list in the confirmation information, there is usually a shuttle bus available from the airport to the hotel for a nominal charge. Taxicabs are also available at the airport and at the hotels.
If you need assistance in securing transportation or directions to the LSUHSC Medical Center, you can contact our coordinator, Ashley Comeaux, who will assist you.

Q: Does the residency program provide health and dental insurance?
A: Health and dental insurance is provided for a cost to the insured. The cost is determined by the plan you choose.

Q: Does the residency program provide a book stipend?
A: The department supplies each resident with Medical Knowledge Self-Assessment Program (MKSAP) at a discounted price. In addition, the department provides each new trainee with a textbook that is used in conjunction with the core lectures. The department also pays for Advance Cardiac Life Support (ACLS), and the Internal Medicine Board Review Course in New Orleans at the completion of your training.

Q: Does the residency program provide parking?
A: Parking is available downtown primarily at the Roman Street Garage. Other lots are also available. In addition, parking is provided at all hospitals where LSU residents rotate.

Q: Does the residency program provide food allowances?
A: Residents who are on the inpatient general medicine services and ICU units receive daily vouchers for daytime meals in the LSUHSC cafeteria. In additiion, lunch is often provided for at noon lectures. Doctors’ dining is available at Touro Infirmary and Ochsner-Kenner Regional for breakfast and lunch.