Neurosurgery Residency Application Process
The University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine neurosurgery residency program is a seven-year program that includes the PGY-1 (intern) year.
The Neurosurgery Match
We participate in the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP), and request that all candidates complete their
application through ERAS (Electronic Residency Application Service). Our program follows the ERAS calendar and applications should be submitted by the deadlines listed on the ERAS website. We strongly recommend that you complete your application before the due date. Applications are reviewed as they are received, and our interview spots fill up quickly.
Neurosurgery Residency Interview Format
Applicants invited for an interview can expect the following interview process:
- Thursday evening: TED-talk style presentations from department chair, Peter Fecci, MD, PhD, notable department programs, and the Dean of the CU Anschutz School of Medicine, John Sampson, MD, PhD, MBA, a long-time leader in neurosurgery. This event is followed by an evening out in Denver with our residents.
- Friday Morning: Program overview by our Program Director, Christopher Roark, MD, followed by interviews with current faculty members.
- Friday Afternoon: Campus tours led by our current neurosurgery residents and free time to explore Denver.
- Friday Evening: Wine tasting at the home of Peter Fecci, MD, PhD, followed by an all-department dinner with applicants, residents, and clinical faculty.
The department will provide each applicant with a paid room at the Benson Hotel, a boutique hotel located near campus, on Thursday and Friday evenings.
Please do not hesitate to contact us directly at any stage of the application and matching process if we can answer any of your questions.
Sincerely,
Christopher Roark, MD
Associate Professor & Director, Neurosurgery Residency Program
Department of Neurosurgery