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Los Angeles County-Harbor-UCLA Medical Center Program

AnesthesiologyCommunity-based university affiliatedIMG: CHALLENGING
Torrance, CA(Torrance, CA Metropolitan Area Metro)
36
Positions
#90
Specialty Rank
$72,301
PGY1 Salary
0.0%
IMG %
#90
Anesthesiology Ranking
46th Percentile
Top 54% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
0400511026
NRMP Code:
1067040C0STEP
Program Type:
Community-based university affiliated
Total Positions:
36
Interviews:
180

Contact Information

Kevin Christopher Dewalt
Program Director

Admission Requirements

Min Step 2 Score:
235
Visa Sponsorship:
J1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
60
Max Hours on Duty:
16
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
1.3
Lecture/Conference Hours:
4/week
Night Float:
Yes
Vacation Days:
20
Sick Days:
8
Faculty Ratio:
0.60

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
22
00
Female Faculty:
31.8%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
8%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

Our anesthesia residency program is based in a safety-net hospital in Los Angeles, providing unparalleled trauma experience with high-acuity cases that prepare residents for any situation. As a tight-knit, supportive community, we foster a family atmosphere where residents receive personalized mentorship and collaborate closely with dedicated faculty. Our diverse patient population and commitment to compassionate care ensure a well-rounded, mission-driven training experience.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • On-site child care
  • Free parking
  • On-call meal allowance
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance

Educational Opportunities

  • Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
  • Economics of health care systems curriculum
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$72,301
PGY-1
$74,209
PGY-2
$78,060
PGY-3
$84,120
PGY-4
0

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Fully Paid by Institution
Disability Insurance:Available, Not Paid By Institution
Group Life Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical Coverage:Fully Paid by Institution
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Dependents):Fully Paid by Institution

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
Torrance, CA
Metropolitan Area
Torrance, CA Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
Pacific
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Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
127(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$878K
Median Monthly Rent
$2.9K/mo
Median Household Income
$74K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
48.0%(FREIDA)

Demographics & Community

Population
132K
Median Age
42 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.63
Poverty Rate
12.0%
Unemployment Rate
2.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
72°F
Winter
57°F
Sunny Days
230 days
Precipitation
33"
Humidity
67%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$4.59
Restaurant Meal
18.36
Gas (per gallon)
$4.90
Gym Membership
45

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$72,301
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$56,930
Value Rating
Challenging
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
0400511026
NRMP Code:
1067040C0STEP
Total Positions:
36
Interviews:
180
Program Type:
Community-based university affiliated

Contact Information

Program Director:
Kevin Christopher Dewalt
Program Website:
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More Information:
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Application Timeline

Application Period:
8/1/2026 - 12/30/2026
Interview Period:
10/1/2026 - 2/1/2027
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Moonlighting Allowed:
Yes

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No
Min Step 1 Score:
225
Min Step 2 Score:
235

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
Yes
COMLEX Level 2:
Yes

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
June, July

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
Yes
NRMP Codes:
1067040C0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
Los Angeles County-Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Primary Teaching Site:
Los Angeles County-Harbor-UCLA Medical Center
Contact Person:
Ida Sanchez

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
9
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:9
PGY-2:9
PGY-3:9
PGY-4:9

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
No Smoking
Salary Tax Status:
Yes
Paid Leave Days:
8

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Min Step 2 Score
235
Visa Sponsorship
J1
IMG Percentage
0.0%
IMG Classification
CHALLENGING
0

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
5.7%
DO Classification
MODERATE

Rankings & Reputation

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