Case Western Reserve University/University Hospitals Cleveland Medical Center Program
About This Program
We offer a well-balanced clinical training experience supported by respected faculty; exposure to a broad array of patients and pathologies, both inpatient and outpatient. Superior clinical and research mentorship are notable features producing well rounded clinicians/scientists. Three-year research track is available. Applicants selected to interview will be invited to meet with faculty from University Hospitals, MetroHealth Hospital, Cleveland VA Medical Center. View our website to learn more.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Niraj Desai, MD
Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center
Primary Program Contact
Ltanya Stanfield
Univ Hosps Cleveland Med Ctr
Locations
Louis Stokes Cleveland VA Medical Center
Renal Section
10701 East Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44106-1702
11100 Euclid Ave
Cleveland, OH 44106-2602
2500 Metrohealth Dr
Cleveland, OH 44109-1998
10701 East Blvd
Cleveland, OH 44106
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- San Francisco Match
- 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)
- Program Director
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 3 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
PGY-1 Positions Not Offered
PGY-2 Positions Not Offered
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Program Starts Reviewing Applications
Application service release date
Interview Offer Dates
Jul 1, 2026 - Oct 31, 2026
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
- Dental insurance
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
Salary Compensation
Year 4 through Year 5
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 28 Vacation Days and negotiable sick days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.