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University of California (San Diego) Medical Center Program

Obstetrics and gynecologyUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
La Jolla, CA(Jolla, CA Metropolitan Area Metro)
24
Positions
#32
Specialty Rank
$80,388
PGY1 Salary
0.0%
IMG %
#32
Obstetrics and gynecology Ranking
89th Percentile
Top 11% of programs

Program Overview

Program Details

ACGME Code:
2200521044
NRMP Code:
1049220C0YOG
Program Type:
University-based
Total Positions:
24
Interviews:
66

Contact Information

Admission Requirements

Min Step 2 Score:
210
Years of Graduation Cutoff:
2 years
Visa Sponsorship:
-

Training Details

Training Structure

Avg Hours/Week:
66
Max Hours on Duty:
24
Avg 24hr Off Duty:
1.5
Lecture/Conference Hours:
4/week
Night Float:
Yes
Vacation Days:
20
Sick Days:
12
Faculty Ratio:
2.20

Faculty & Teaching Environment

Total Physicians:
56
Non-Physician Staff:
7
Part-Time Physicians:
5
Female Faculty:
72.5%
Outpatient Clinic Hours:
40%

Special Features & Unique Opportunities

Our 4-year ACGME training program is designed to train the next generation of leaders in OB/GYN. Our partnership with Kaiser allows residents to care for a diverse group of women in CA under 2 distinct care models. Clinical rotations include sub-specialty training, border health in Tijuana, international electives, advocacy programs & other research opportunities. Our mission is to provide a problem-solving approach to education with a balance of clinical experience & academic stimulation.

Program Offers & Benefits

  • Housing stipend
  • On-call meal allowance
  • iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance

Educational Opportunities

  • International experience/global health
  • Resident/fellow retreats
  • Off-campus electives

Research Opportunities

Research Rotation

Required

Duration

999 weeks

Salary Progression

$80,388
PGY-1
$82,695
PGY-2
$85,521
PGY-3
$88,471
PGY-4
0

Benefits Package Details

Dental Coverage:Fully Paid by Institution
Disability Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Fully Paid by Institution
Outpatient Mental Health:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Residents):Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Dependents):Fully Paid by Institution

Location & Lifestyle

Location Overview

City & State
La Jolla, CA
Metropolitan Area
Jolla, CA Metropolitan Area
Geographic Region
Pacific
Metropolitan Population
39,356,104

Cost of Living & Housing

Cost of Living Index
105(US avg: 100)
Median Home Price
$1.0M
Median Monthly Rent
$3.3K/mo
Median Household Income
$57K
Rent as % of Resident Salary
49.3%(FREIDA)

Demographics & Community

Metropolitan Population
39,356,104
Median Age
30 years
Bachelor's Degree or Higher
0.25
Poverty Rate
25.0%
Unemployment Rate
2.0%

Climate & Weather

Summer
70°F
Winter
55°F
Sunny Days
230 days
Precipitation
35"
Humidity
55%

Local Cost of Goods & Services

Coffee
$3.73
Restaurant Meal
14.94
Gas (per gallon)
$3.98
Gym Membership
37

Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data

Nominal Salary
$80,388
Cost-Adjusted Salary
$76,560
Value Rating
Average
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025

Application Information

Program Details

ACGME Code:
2200521044
NRMP Code:
1049220C0YOG
Total Positions:
24
Interviews:
66
Program Type:
University-based

Contact Information

Program Director:
Maureen Ries
Program Website:
Visit Website
More Information:
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Application Timeline

Application Period:
5/1/2027 - 5/30/2027
Video Interviews:
Not Available

Application Requirements

Required Letters:
3
Moonlighting Allowed:
No

Examination Requirements

USMLE Requirements

Step 1 Required:
No
Step 2 Required:
No
Min Step 1 Score:
210
Min Step 2 Score:
210

COMLEX Requirements

COMLEX Level 1:
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants
COMLEX Level 2:
No, require USMLE scores for all applicants

Program Start Dates & Match Information

Start Dates

Available Start Dates:
June
June Start Date:
June 24

Match Information

NRMP Main Match:
Yes
NRMP Codes:
1049220C0

Institution & Program Size Details

Institution Information

Institution:
University of California (San Diego) Medical Center
Primary Teaching Site:
University of California (San Diego) Medical Center
Contact Person:
Jesus Vera

Program Size by Year

First Year Positions:
6
Positions by Year:
PGY-1:6
PGY-2:6
PGY-3:6
PGY-4:6

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
210
Years of Graduation Cutoff
2 years
Visa Sponsorship
-
IMG Percentage
0.0%
IMG Classification
CHALLENGING
0

Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)

DO Percentage
0.0%
DO Classification
CHALLENGING

Rankings & Reputation

Program Rankings

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