Sidney Kimmel Medical College at Thomas Jefferson University/TJUH Program
About This Program
Our 6- to 7-year program provides exceptional training for residents pursuing careers in general surgery and the surgical subspecialties. Residents will become accomplished surgeons prepared for a successful career. We want residents who ask questions, rise to challenges and work hard. We are looking for individuals who work together to solve problems,are self-driven to be lifelong learners and embrace forward-thinking medical practices. We want people who are invested in helping their patients.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
Karen Ann Chojnacki, MD
Thomas Jefferson Univ Hosp
Primary Program Contact
Lauren Burr, MD
Thomas Jefferson Univ Hosp
Locations
Thomas Jefferson Univ Hosp
Ste 613
1015 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19107-5005
1025 Walnut St
Philadelphia, PA 19107-5083
1600 Rockland Rd
Wilmington, DE 19899-0269
111 S 11th St
Philadelphia, PA 19107-5096
130 S Bryn Mawr Ave
Bryn Mawr, PA 19010-3160
2301 S Broad St
Philadelphia, PA 19148-3542
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Advanced or Fellowship Match of 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 from a department chair
- 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: Research or other medical education pursuits (clinical experience not required)
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
Nov 1, 2025 - Jan 17, 2026
2027 - 2028
Application Due
Oct 1, 2026
Interview Period Starts
Oct 9, 2026 - Jan 16, 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
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Group life insurance
Salary Compensation
PGY-1 through PGY-6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 15-20 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.