University of Utah Health Program
About This Program
The program provides firsthand experience in all areas of medical microbiology through a series of structured bench rotations, lectures, independent research, and laboratory management experiences. The primary site for training is ARUP Laboratories, a large national reference laboratory performing routine as well as esoteric testing for infectious diseases (ID). Rotations at the University Hospital also provide exposure to hospital infection control, antibiotic stewardship and clinical ID.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Kimberly Elizabeth Hanson, MH, MD, BA
ARUP Laboratories Inc
Primary Program Contact
Francis Lara Diaz
ARUP Laboratories Inc
Locations
ARUP Laboratories Inc
Med Microbiology Pgm
500 Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
Application Information
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U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required specialty-specific letters of evaluation within total letters of recommendation
- Specialty-specific standardized letter required
Medical School Graduation Timeline
No cap on the number of years.
Gap Experience Requirement
Data not provided by program
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
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Jan 1, 2027
Interview Period Starts
Jul 1, 2026 - Jan 31, 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 occupationally-acquired HIV
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Salary Compensation
PGY-4 through PGY-9
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.