Washington University/B-JH/SLCH Consortium Program
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck SurgeryUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Saint Louis, MO(St. Louis, MO Metropolitan Area Metro)
25
Positions
#17
Specialty Rank
$69,842
PGY1 Salary
3.4%
IMG %
#17
Otolaryngology - Head and Neck Surgery Ranking
88th Percentile
Top 12% of programs
Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 2802821060
- NRMP Code:
- 1353280C1
- Program Type:
- University-based
- Total Positions:
- 25
- Interviews:
- 67
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Years of Graduation Cutoff:
- 5 years
- Visa Sponsorship:
- J1
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 70
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 24
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 1
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 3/week
- Night Float:
- Yes
- Vacation Days:
- 28
- Sick Days:
- 14
- Faculty Ratio:
- 1.40
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 35
- Female Faculty:
- 37.1%
- Outpatient Clinic Hours:
- 25%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
Our Otolaryngology program offers a comprehensive experience that includes level 1 trauma exposure in both adult and pediatric hospitals. During the PGY3 year, residents receive a dedicated 5-month research block. The program also includes optional courses, simulation labs, and cadaver training. Additionally, we host the annual Midwest Otolaryngology Simulation Training Bootcamp and provide opportunities to apply for an Ethics fellowship.
Program Offers & Benefits
- On-site child care
- Free parking
- On-call meal allowance
Educational Opportunities
- Curriculum to develop health systems leadership skills (e.g., QI project leadership, community/organizational advocacy)
- Economics of health care systems curriculum
- Off-campus electives
- MPH, MBA, PhD or other advanced degree training
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Required
Duration
12 weeks
Salary Progression
$69,842
PGY-1
$72,940
PGY-2
$75,889
PGY-3
$79,309
PGY-4
$82,783
PGY-5
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Disability Insurance:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Group Life Insurance:Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical Coverage:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Inpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
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Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
- Cost of Living Index
- 104(US avg: 100)
- Median Home Price
- $309K
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1.3K/mo
- Median Household Income
- $66K
- Rent as % of Resident Salary
- 22.7%(FREIDA)
Demographics & Community
- Metropolitan Population
- 6,154,422
- Median Age
- 34 years
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher
- 0.41000000000000003
- Poverty Rate
- 24.0%
- Unemployment Rate
- 13.0%
Climate & Weather
Summer
84°F
Winter
54°F
Sunny Days
216 days
Precipitation
46"
Humidity
59%
Local Cost of Goods & Services
Coffee
$5.31
Restaurant Meal
14.16
Gas (per gallon)
$4.37
Gym Membership
53
Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 2802821060
- NRMP Code:
- 1353280C1
- Total Positions:
- 25
- Interviews:
- 67
- Program Type:
- University-based
Contact Information
- Program Director:
- Judith Lieu
- Email:
- lieujudithe@wustl.edu
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
- More Information:
- More Information
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 9/15/2026 - 9/25/2026
- Interview Period:
- 12/4/2026 - 2/26/2027
- 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:
- 220
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, July
- June Start Date:
- June 9
- July Start Date:
- July
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- Yes
- NRMP Codes:
- 1353280C1, 1353280C0
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
- Institution:
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Primary Teaching Site:
- Barnes-Jewish Hospital
- Contact Person:
- Maria Harrington
- Contact Email:
- harringtonm@wustl.edu
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 5
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:5PGY-2:5PGY-3:5PGY-4:5PGY-5:5
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- No Smoking
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
- Paid Leave Days:
- 56
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Years of Graduation Cutoff
- 5 years
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG
- IMG Percentage
- 3.4%
- IMG Classification
- CHALLENGING
- IMG Specialty Percentile
- 4th percentile
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 0.0%
- DO Classification
- CHALLENGING
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