University of Missouri-Kansas City School of Medicine Program
About This Program
Founded in 1973, we are one of the oldest EM residencies in the U.S., built on a tradition of excellence-"Ex traditione, excellentia". Based at a high-acuity, urban Level 1 trauma center, our county-academic hybrid program offers unmatched training in trauma, critical care, and pediatrics. Residents shape the program, thrive in diverse settings, and join a strong national alumni network committed to clinical and academic leadership
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Emily Hillman, BA, MD, MD
University Health
Primary Program Contact
Oskar Andrew Ayala, MBA, BA
University Health
Locations
University Health
Dept of Emergency Med
2301 Holmes St
Kansas City, MO 64108-2640
2411 Holmes St
Kansas City, MO 64108-2792
2301 Holmes St
Kansas City, MO 64108-2640
4401 Wornall Rd
Kansas City, MO 64111
2401 Gillham Rd
Kansas City, MO 64108-9898
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of NRMP
- ERAS®
- San Francisco Match
- Military Match
- Urology Match
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Dean's letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
- Specialty-specific standardized letter(s) of evaluation
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 5 year(s).
Gap Experience Requirement
PGY-1 applicants to this program with a gap of 1 year or more between medical school graduation and entry to residency must have the following experience occur during the gap: Clinical experience in the US or outside the US
Resident / Fellow Characteristics
Three year averages. Medical school type does not include graduates of Canadian schools.
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Program Faculty
Faculty Distribution
Work Environment
NA = Not Applicable
NGO = Negotiable
OTH = Other
Visa Status
This program will consider an appropriately qualified applicant with the following visa or visa status. Contact the program for additional information.
Program Size
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Oct 1, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Oct 27, 2025 - Jan 9, 2026
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Oct 1, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Oct 26, 2026 - Jan 15, 2027
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-1 through PGY-3
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 21 Vacation Days and 12 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.