University of Michigan Program
About This Program
We provide expert care for children with infections, immune disorders, and complex diagnostic challenges. Our team offers advanced consultation on antimicrobial therapy, immunizations, and lab diagnostics. Trainees gain hands-on experience in a rich academic setting. Southeast Michigan communities like Ann Arbor, Ypsilanti, Livonia, Detroit, and Brighton are inclusive and vibrant for all lifestyles.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Michael Edmund Watson, MD, PhD
Univ of Michigan
Primary Program Contact
Melissa Rickelmann, AH
Univ of Michigan
Locations
Univ of Michigan
7510C MSRB I SPC 5684
1150 W Medical Center Dr
Ann Arbor, MI 48109-5684
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 1 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
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
Oct 1, 2025
Interview Period Starts
Aug 25, 2025 - Oct 17, 2025
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Oct 1, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Aug 15, 2026 - Oct 17, 2026
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
- 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 28 Vacation Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.