Duke University Hospital Program
Radiation oncologyUniversity-basedIMG: CHALLENGING
Durham, NC(Durham, NC Metropolitan Area Metro)
16
Positions
#16
Specialty Rank
$69,996
PGY1 Salary
0.0%
IMG %
#16
Radiation oncology Ranking
83rd Percentile
Top 17% of programs
Program Overview
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 4303621074
- NRMP Code:
- 1529430A0
- Program Type:
- University-based
- Total Positions:
- 16
- Interviews:
- 66
Contact Information
Admission Requirements
- Visa Sponsorship:
- H1B, J1, F1
Training Details
Training Structure
- Avg Hours/Week:
- 60
- Max Hours on Duty:
- 12
- Avg 24hr Off Duty:
- 2
- Lecture/Conference Hours:
- 6/week
- Night Float:
- No
- Faculty Ratio:
- 2.20
Faculty & Teaching Environment
- Total Physicians:
- 35
- Non-Physician Staff:
- 6
- Female Faculty:
- 37.1%
- Outpatient Clinic Hours:
- 100%
Special Features & Unique Opportunities
We seek to train leaders in radiation oncology. We offer a dedicated year to explore diverse scholarly opportunities. Our graduates advance into primarily academic positions, but also become leaders in radiation oncology clinical practice. We support our residents with wellness initiatives and resources.
Program Offers & Benefits
- On-site child care
- Subsidized child care
- Moving allowance
- Housing stipend
- Free parking
- On-call meal allowance
- iPads, tablets, etc., or technology 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
- Debt management/financial counseling
- International experience/global health
- Resident/fellow retreats
- Off-campus electives
- MPH, MBA, PhD or other advanced degree training
Research Opportunities
Research Rotation
Required
Duration
999 weeks
Salary Progression
$69,996
PGY-1
$69,996
PGY-2
$72,720
PGY-3
$75,684
PGY-4
$78,600
PGY-5
Benefits Package Details
Dental Coverage:Available, Not 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:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Outpatient Mental Health:Institution & Resident Share Cost
Major Medical (Residents):Fully Paid by Institution
Major Medical (Dependents):Institution & Resident Share Cost
Location & Lifestyle
Location Overview
Cost of Living & Housing
- Cost of Living Index
- 84(US avg: 100)
- Median Home Price
- $310K
- Median Monthly Rent
- $1.3K/mo
- Median Household Income
- $50K
- Rent as % of Resident Salary
- 22.0%
Demographics & Community
- Metropolitan Population
- 10,470,214
- Median Age
- 54 years
- Bachelor's Degree or Higher
- 0.55
- Poverty Rate
- 14.0%
- Unemployment Rate
- 3.0%
Climate & Weather
Summer
94°F
Winter
59°F
Sunny Days
206 days
Precipitation
45"
Humidity
79%
Local Cost of Goods & Services
Coffee
$5.17
Restaurant Meal
12.65
Gas (per gallon)
$4.25
Gym Membership
51
Purchasing Power AnalysisEnhanced Data
Cost data updated: 6/12/2025
Application Information
Program Details
- ACGME Code:
- 4303621074
- NRMP Code:
- 1529430A0
- Total Positions:
- 16
- Interviews:
- 66
- Program Type:
- University-based
Contact Information
- Program Director:
- Joseph Kamel Salama
- Email:
- joseph.salama@duke.edu
- Program Website:
- Visit Website
- More Information:
- More Information
Application Timeline
- Application Period:
- 9/1/2025 - 10/1/2025
- Interview Period:
- 11/1/2025 - 1/15/2026
- Video Interviews:
- Not Available
Application Requirements
- Required Letters:
- 3
- Previous GME Required:
- Moonlighting Allowed:
- Yes
Examination Requirements
USMLE Requirements
- Step 1 Required:
- No
- Step 2 Required:
- No
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:
- July
- July Start Date:
- July
Match Information
- NRMP Main Match:
- No
- NRMP Codes:
- 1529430A0, 1529430A1
Institution & Program Size Details
Institution Information
- Institution:
- Duke University Hospital
- Primary Teaching Site:
- Duke University Hospital
- Contact Person:
- Allie Mcardle
- Contact Email:
- allison.mcardle@duke.edu
Program Size by Year
- First Year Positions:
- 5
- Positions by Year:
- PGY-1:5PGY-2:4PGY-3:2PGY-4:5
Program Policies & Additional Information
- Smoking Policy:
- Smoking Allowed
- Salary Tax Status:
- Yes
- Paid Leave Days:
- 84
IMG/DO Friendliness
International Medical Graduates (IMG)
- Visa Sponsorship
- J-1 through ECFMG, H-1B, F-1
- IMG Percentage
- 0.0%
- IMG Classification
- CHALLENGING
Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
- DO Percentage
- 0.0%
- DO Classification
- CHALLENGING
Rankings & Reputation
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