University at Buffalo Program
About This Program
The University at Buffalo family medicine program is the second oldest in the country, with a rich tradition of excellence thats only matched by our steadfast commitment to prepare and inspire todays residents to rise to tomorrows health care challenges. As New York States largest family medicine residency, our program hosts three distinct training tracks plus a concentration in global health and academic faculty development so you can get on the direct path to your dream career.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Robert William Macek, MD
Univ at Buffalo
Primary Program Contact
Peyton Bulera, MPH
Univ at Buffalo
Locations
Univ at Buffalo
Ste 240T
77 Goodell St
Buffalo, NY 14203
565 Abbott Rd
Buffalo, NY 14220-1234
818 Ellicott St
Buffalo, NY 14203
462 Grider St
Buffalo, NY 14215
3495 Bailey Ave
Buffalo, NY 14215
100 High St
Buffalo, NY 14203
3435 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14213
1540 Maple Rd
Williamsville, NY 14221
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Military Match (i.e., Joint Service Graduate Medical Education Selection Board, Military Selection Board)
- SAU/AU Match (i.e., Urology Match)
- None
Does not offer open house or second look
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
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
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
PGY-1 Position Type(s) Offered:
PGY-2 Positions Not Offered
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Program Starts Reviewing Applications
Application service release date
Interview Offer Dates
Specialty Universal Dates
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
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- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Salary Compensation
Year 1 through Year 3
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15 Vacation Days and 5 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.