University of Iowa Health Care Medical Center Program
About This Program
The University of Iowas Pediatric Nephrology Program is Iowas sole provider of pediatric kidney care, serving all dialysis and transplant patients in the state. Our diverse team includes clinicians, educators, and researchers trained across top institutions, offering rich mentorship and exposure. Faculty expertise spans the full spectrum of kidney diseases, making our program an exceptional place to learn, work, and lead in pediatric nephrology.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Carla M Nester, MD, MSA
Univ of Iowa Hosps and Clinics
Primary Program Contact
Molly Evans, BS
Univ of Iowa Hosps and Clinics
Locations
Univ of Iowa Hosps and Clinics
Div of Nephrology
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242
200 Hawkins Dr
Iowa City, IA 52242-1009
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- 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
Second Look
U.S. MD Applicants
IMG Applicants
DO Applicants
Total required letters of recommendation (excludes MSPE and Deans letter)
Required Letter Writers
- Letter(s) from someone within the specialty (e.g., faculty, attending)
- Program Director
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
Specialty Universal Dates
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 occupationally-acquired HIV
Salary Compensation
Year 4 through Year 6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 16 Vacation Days and negotiable sick days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.