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University of Mississippi Medical Center Program

AnesthesiologyUniversity-basedIMG: MODERATE
Jackson, MS(Jackson, MS Metropolitan Area Metro)
40
Positions
#112
Specialty Rank
$60,163
PGY1 Salary
14.6%
IMG %
#112
Anesthesiology Ranking
33rd Percentile
Top 67% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
0402711077
NRMP Code:
1957040R0
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
40
Interviews:
81

Contact Information

Admission Requirements

Min Step 2 Score:
240
Visa Sponsorship:
J1

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
60
Max Hours on Duty:
24
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
1
Lecture/Conference Hours:
6/week
Night Float:
No
Vacation Days:
15
Sick Days:
10
Faculty Ratio:
1.00

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
42
0
Part-Time Physicians:
7
Female Faculty:
31.4%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
50%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

The anesthesiology residency program at the University of Mississippi Medical Center is the only residency program in the state. UMMC is the only level 1 trauma center and level IV NICU in the state leading to a very complex and diverse patient population. We take 10 categorical residents yearly and boast a very family-friendly department with a robust clinical and educational experience.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • Free parking
  • On-call meal allowance
  • Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia

Educational Opportunities

  • Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
  • Formal program to foster interprofessional teamwork
  • Economics of health care systems curriculum
  • Debt management/financial counseling
  • Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Optional

0

Salary Progression

$60,163
PGY-1
$62,524
PGY-2
$64,852
PGY-3
$67,343
PGY-4
0

Benefits Package Details

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

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
Jackson, MS
Metropolitan Area
Jackson, MS Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
East South Central
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Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
78(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$254K
Median Monthly Rent
$1.1K/mo
Median Household Income
$57K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
21.7%(FREIDA)

Demographics & Community

Population
42K
Median Age
48 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.18
Poverty Rate
23.0%
Unemployment Rate
2.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
78°F
Winter
48°F
Sunny Days
230 days
Precipitation
43"
Humidity
73%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$5.08
Restaurant Meal
13.56
Gas (per gallon)
$4.18
Gym Membership
50

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$60,163
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$77,132
Value Rating
Excellent
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
0402711077
NRMP Code:
1957040R0
Total Positions:
40
Interviews:
81
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Sara Robertson
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
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Application Timeline

Application Period:
10/1/2025 - 10/30/2025
Interview Period:
10/28/2025 - 1/9/2026
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:
240
Min Step 2 Score:
240

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
Yes
COMLEX Level 2:
Yes

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
July
July Start Date:
July

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
Yes
NRMP Codes:
1957040C0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Primary Teaching Site:
University of Mississippi Medical Center
Contact Person:
Andrea Applin
Contact Email:
acreel@umc.edu

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
10
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:10
PGY-2:10
PGY-3:10
PGY-4:10

Program Policies & Additional Information

Smoking Policy:
Smoking Allowed
Salary Tax Status:
No
Paid Leave Days:
60

IMG/DO Friendliness

International Medical Graduates (IMG)

Min Step 2 Score
240
Visa Sponsorship
J-1 through ECFMG
IMG Percentage
14.6%
IMG Classification
MODERATE
IMG Specialty Percentile
19th percentile

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
26.8%
DO Classification
HIGH

Rankings & Reputation

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