Program Requirements
Instructions for Applicants
1. The Tuscaloosa Family Medicine Residency only accepts the Common Application Form (CAF) designed by the Association of American Medical Colleges for the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS). International medical graduates must write the ECFMG for the application. We participate in the National Resident Matching Program and abide by its rules. All applications received are reviewed by the Recruiting Committee.
Note: applications received via email attachment will not be considered.
2. Foreign Medical graduates must have a valid ECFMG Certificate and J1 Visa, permanent residency or American Citizenship (We do not sponsor visas).
3. Must have passed USMLE Steps I and II, and Step II Clinical Skills, with a minimum passing score (as set by USMLE) prior to Match.
4. Applicants must have graduated from a medical school recognized by the World Health Organization within the past five years. If greater than five years, applicant must have remained in clinical practice (preferably in the United States, but not required).
5. A transcript, three letters of recommendation, and a Dean's letter must be submitted before an applicant can be considered for a residency position. The three letters should comment on the candidate's (a) medical knowledge, (b) clinical judgment and
(c) character.
6. After the application is received and reviewed, applicants chosen to be interviewed will be invited by email &/or phone to schedule an interview.
7. For information, please call 205-348-1373.
8. Our Program e-mail address is: tfmr@cchs.ua.edu
Interview
TRANSPORTATION
The nearest airport is Birmingham International Airport (airport code BHM). Ground transportation will not be provided.
ACCOMODATIONS
Reservations will be made in your name for 1 night, at no cost to you.