Web Address
Accepting applications for training that begins in
Yes
Survey Received
Program start dates
June
Participates in ERAS®
Yes
Special Features
Community-based, University-affiliated program operating at two regional Level II trauma centers in Michigan. Newly remodeled ED is a comprehensive stroke center; the primary site includes pediatric and geriatric ED's. Major subspecialties available for consultation and elective training experiences. Unopposed ortho care, high fidelity simulation center, longitudinal POCUS curriculum. Majority lectures by faculty. Applications accepted through ERAS only. Wellness supported and family friendly.
Total Program Size
10
10
10
Program best described as
Community-based university affiliated
Requires previous GME
No
Offers preliminary positions
No
Participates in the Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
Yes
Participates in the Advanced or Fellowship Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
No
NRMP Match Codes
1320110C0
Interviews conducted last year for first year positions
135
Required letters of recommendation
2
Latest date for applications 2025-2026
Interview period 2025-2026
-
Application period 2026-2027
-
Applicants may interview remotely via video conferencing
Yes
Osteopathic Recognition
No
Step 1 required
No
Step 2 required
No
Level 1 required
No
Visa Status
J-1 visa sponsorship through ECFMG
Part-time Paid Physicians
0
Part-time Paid Non-Physician
0
Avg. hrs/wk on duty during first year (including patient care, all call, night float, research, conferences, etc)
55
Maximum consecutive hours on duty during first year (excluding beeper call)
24
Average number of 24-hour off duty periods per week during first year
1.50
Program allows moonlighting (beyond GY1)
Yes
Night float system
No
Avg hours/week of scheduled structured didactic activities
5
Training at hospital outpatient clinics during 1st year
999
Training during 1st year in ambulatory non-hospital community-based settings, e.g., physician offices, community clinics
17
Resident/Fellow Offerings
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
Academic support for USMLE Step 3 preparation
International experience/global health
Resident/fellow retreats
Off-campus electives
Offers additional training or educational experience beyond accredited length
No
Resident/Fellow Evaluations
Patient surveys
Portfolio system
Objective structured clinical examinations (OSCE)
Program Evaluation
Aggregate resident Milestone achievements
Graduates’ board certification pass rates
Performance-based assessment scores (e.g. OSCE, patient or computer simulations)
Policy prohibits hiring smokers/users of nicotine products
No
Major medical insurance for residents
Resident Shares Cost
Major medical insurance for dependents
Resident Shares Cost
Major medical insurance for domestic partners
Resident Shares Cost
Outpatient mental health insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Inpatient mental health insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Group life insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Dental insurance
Resident Shares Cost
Disability insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Fully Paid by Institution
Medical insurance coverage begins
When resident/fellow starts program
Maximum number of paid days for family/medical leave
49
Maximum number of unpaid days for family/medical leave
35
Primary teaching site
Research rotation
Not available
Resident participates during first year
No
Program ID
1102511138
Beeper or Home Call
0
4
Program Director
First Name
Kathleen
Middle Name
M
Last Name
Cowling
Degrees
DO, MBA, MS
Address
Central Michigan Univ Coll of Med
Dept of Emergency Med
1000 Houghton Ave
Saginaw, MI 48602
United States
Phone
Fax
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-83.955227 43.429544)
Person to contact for more information about the program
First Name
Melinda
Last Name
Wardin
Address
Central Michigan Univ Coll of Med
Dept of Emergency Med
1000 Houghton Ave
Saginaw, MI 48602
United States
Phone
Fax
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-83.955227 43.429544)
Salary paid by a non-profit institution
Yes
% USMD
33.50
% IMG
17.70
% DO
48.70
% Female
33.20
% Male
66.70
Total Physician
10
Total Non Physician
0
Percentage of full-time paid female physician faculty
50.00
Ratio of full-time equivalent paid faculty to positions
0.30
Call Schedule
| Frequency | Duration | Weeks/Months | |
|---|---|---|---|
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| Year |
Graduate year statistics
| Salary | Paid Vacation | Sick Leave | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $56,000 | 28 | |
| Year 2 | $57,500 | 28 | |
| Year 3 | $58,500 | 28 | |
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Total Positions
30
Level 2 required
No
Participates in San Francisco match
No
Participates in another matching program
No
Program Offers
Free parking
iPads, tablets, etc., or technology allowance
Placement assistance upon completion of program into practice, fellowship or academia
PGY1 applicants to this program must have graduated from medical school within the past number of years
3
Medical education gap
Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
June Start Date
26
Not applicable
0
Applicants must have passed Step 1 to be considered
Yes
Applicants must have passed Step 2 to be considered
No
DO applicants must have passed Level 1 to be considered
Yes
DO applicants must have passed Level 2 to be considered
No
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