Accepting applications for training that begins in
Yes
Survey Received
Program start dates
June
July
Participates in ERAS®
Yes
Special Features
We welcome high-caliber residents from both allopathic and osteopathic schools of medicine. We train the next generation of independent physicians to become leaders in health care, research, education and advocacy. Whether you prefer the primary care pathway, aim to become a hospitalist or choose a subspecialty, our program will provide excellent opportunities to assist you in achieving your goals.
Total Program Size
33
33
33
Program best described as
University-based
Requires previous GME
No
Offers preliminary positions
Yes
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
3099140P1
3099140C0
Interviews conducted last year for first year positions
320
Required letters of recommendation
3
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
Yes
Minimum score
220
Step 2 required
Yes
Minimum score
220
Level 1 required
Yes
Minimum score
580
Minimum score
580
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)
60
Maximum consecutive hours on duty during first year (excluding beeper call)
16
Average number of 24-hour off duty periods per week during first year
1.00
Program allows moonlighting (beyond GY1)
Yes
Night float system
Yes
Avg hours/week of scheduled structured didactic activities
5
Training at hospital outpatient clinics during 1st year
23
Training during 1st year in ambulatory non-hospital community-based settings, e.g., physician offices, community clinics
5
Resident/Fellow Offerings
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
Hospice/home care experience
MPH, MBA, PhD or other advanced degree training
Offers additional training or educational experience beyond accredited length
No
Special Tracks
Other
Academic or clinician educator
Resident/Fellow Evaluations
Patient surveys
Portfolio system
Objective structured clinical examinations (OSCE)
Program Evaluation
Aggregate resident Milestone achievements
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
Fully Paid by Institution
Major medical insurance for dependents
Fully Paid by Institution
Major medical insurance for domestic partners
Not Available
Outpatient mental health insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Inpatient mental health insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Group life insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
Dental insurance
Fully Paid by Institution
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
60
Maximum number of unpaid days for family/medical leave
999
Primary teaching site
Research rotation
Optional
Resident participates during first year
Yes
Program ID
1403531252
Beeper or Home Call
0
4
5
Program Director
First Name
Alysia
Middle Name
V
Last Name
Kwiatkwoski
Degrees
DO
Address
Erie County Med Ctr
Dept of Med
462 Grider St
Buffalo, NY 14215
United States
Phone
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-78.83253 42.924327)
Person to contact for more information about the program
First Name
Nathali
Last Name
Head
Degrees
BS
Address
Erie County Med Ctr
Dept of Med
462 Grider St
Buffalo, NY 14215
United States
Phone
Fax
Email Address
Geolocation
POINT (-78.83253 42.924327)
Salary paid by a non-profit institution
Yes
% USMD
28.90
% IMG
45.20
% DO
25.80
% Female
35.90
% Male
64.00
Total Physician
144
Total Non Physician
0
Percentage of full-time paid female physician faculty
30.50
Ratio of full-time equivalent paid faculty to positions
1.40
Call Schedule
| Frequency | Duration | Weeks/Months | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year | |||
| Year | 4 | ||
| Year | 5 |
Graduate year statistics
| Salary | Paid Vacation | Sick Leave | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Year 1 | $57,492 | 20 | 20 |
| Year 2 | $58,391 | 20 | 20 |
| Year 3 | $59,870 | 20 | 20 |
Total Positions
99
Level 2 required
Yes
Participates in San Francisco match
No
Participates in another matching program
No
Program Offers
Free parking
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
Clinical experience in the US
Not applicable
0
Applicants must have passed Step 1 to be considered
No
Applicants must have passed Step 2 to be considered
No
DO applicants must have passed Level 1 to be considered
No
DO applicants must have passed Level 2 to be considered
No
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