University at Buffalo Program
About This Program
Multiple simulation/skills labs - A gradual/step-wise progression of supervisory experience 1st/3rd years - Organized/comprehensive curriculum with ample protected time to read, study and review - Level 1 Pediatric Trauma Center/tertiary regional referral center extending into Canada. Opportunity to dx and manage full gamut of common/rare conditions. - Solid research infrastructure supporting faculty/fellows scholarly activity. Ph.D. Research Director/Research Coordinator overseeing our RA's
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Heather Marie Territo, MD
John R Oishei Children's Hosp
Primary Program Contact
Sharon Chodora
John R Oishei Children's Hosp
Locations
John R Oishei Children's Hosp
Div of Emergency Med
818 Ellicott St
Buffalo, NY 14203
955 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14203
462 Grider St
Buffalo, NY 14215
100 High St
Buffalo, NY 14203
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
- 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
- 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 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
Key Dates & Timelines
2026 - 2027
Application Due
Aug 1, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Aug 11, 2025 - Oct 27, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Sep 1, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Sep 10, 2026 - Oct 26, 2026
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 HIV
Salary Compensation
PGY-4 through PGY-6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 20 Vacation Days and 20 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.