University of Tennessee Program
About This Program
We have faculty that specialize in epilepsy, neuromuscular disorders, demyelinating disorders, stroke, cerebral palsy, movement disorders, neurogenetics, and headache, and we have multiple multidisciplinary clinics. Our epilepsy center has been recognized as the highest level. We offer the latest treatment options including neurostimulation and genetic therapies. Our brain tumor surgery program is one of the largest pediatric programs in the country.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Amy McGregor, MD
Univ of Tennessee Health Science Ctr
Primary Program Contact
Tia Coleman, MD
Univ of Tennessee Health Science Ctr
Locations
Univ of Tennessee Health Science Ctr
Ste 335
51 N Dunlap
Memphis, TN 38105
910 Madison Ave
Memphis, TN 38163
1265 Union Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
877 Jefferson Ave
Memphis, TN 38103-9999
1030 Jefferson Ave
Memphis, TN 38104
262 Danny Thomas Pl
Memphis, TN 38105
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- 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
- 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: Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
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
Dec 14, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Oct 1, 2025 - Jan 31, 2026
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Dec 13, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Oct 1, 2025 - Jan 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
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Dental insurance
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-3 through PGY-5
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 21 Vacation Days and 21 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.