University of Washington Program
About This Program
Our program has a strong commitment to underserved populations. We offer a well-rounded nuclear medicine and molecular imaging service, encompassing diagnostic nuclear medicine, PET imaging, and a robust Theranostic practice. Trainees benefit from ample opportunities for clinical and translational research across a wide range of topics. - We recruit trainees from diverse backgrounds, fostering a rich, collaborative learning environment and bringing a global perspective to patient care and academ
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Fatemeh Behnia, MD
Univ of Washington Sch of Med
Primary Program Contact
Paula Last
University of Washington
Locations
Univ of Washington Sch of Med
Div of Nuclear Med Box 357233
1959 NE Pacific St
Seattle, WA 98195-0001
850 Republican St
Seattle, WA 98109
1959 Ne Pacific St
Seattle, WA 98195-6340
4800 Sand Point Way Ne
Seattle, WA 98105
1660 S Columbian Way
Seattle, WA 98108
325 Ninth Ave
Seattle, WA 98104-2499
747 Broadway
Seattle, WA 98122-4307
824 Eastlake Ave E
Seattle, WA 98109-1023
Application Information
No Program Match
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 from a department chair
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
- Program Director
- Physician preceptor at an away rotation (e.g., program director, faculty)
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
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for residents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
- Dental insurance
Salary Compensation
Year 2 through Year 9
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 28 Vacation Days and 17 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.