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Application Process

Applications for residency positions beginning August 15, 2008 will only be accepted through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service, http://www.aamc.org/audienceeras.htm).

Deadline for submission of completed applications is November 1, 2008.

Complete applications through ERAS should include:

• Application form
• Scanned photograph
• Dean's letter
• 3 additional letters of recommendation
• Official Medical School transcripts
• USMLE scores sent from the NBME
• Personal statement

Frequently Asked Questions

All applications are screened by a Review Committee. Interviews are by invitation only and are conducted in December and January each year.

After reading the FAQs, requests for information should be directed to:

Maureen McDonough
Coordinator, Surgical Education
(504) 568-4760
mmcdo1@lsuhsc.edu

Requests for 4th year electives should be directed to Maureen McDonough.

Plastic & Reconstructive Surgery Applicants:

Applications are received from the Maricopa County Medical Society, Plastic Surgery Central Application Program, 326 E. Coronado Road, Phoenix, AZ 85004. Phone: (602) 256-0705

After approval by a review committee, applicants are notified and interviews are held in February and March of each year.