University of Alabama Hospital (Birmingham) Program
About This Program
As the only freestanding childrens hospital in Alabama, we serve a diverse patient population from across the state and surrounding region. Our patients have access to early-phase clinical trials, and our large sickle cell disease and non-malignant hematology programs are actively engaged in clinical research. The UAB Division of Pediatric Hematology-Oncology is also affiliated with the UAB Comprehensive Cancer Center, providing robust opportunities for collaboration, mentorship, and research ac
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Hilary Haines, MD
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Primary Program Contact
Kimberly Fowler Whelan, MD, MSPH
Children's Hosp Alabama
Locations
University of Alabama at Birmingham
Lowder Suite 512
1600 7th Ave S
Birmingham, AL 35233-1711
619 19th St S
Birmingham, AL 35249-6505
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- NRMP Main Match
- 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
Data not provided by program
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
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 - Aug 31, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Data not provided by program
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
Salary Compensation
Year 4 through Year 7
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 20 Vacation Days and 15 Sick Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.