University at Buffalo Program
About This Program
We offer a comprehensive experience through our large and diverse patient population. Fellow has autonomy and flexibility so training can be tailored to best meet their goals and needs. We follow the Society of SCCPD's Weekly Curriculum and graduates are eligible for the ABS certification in SCC. Fellows teach students/residents and conduct research with faculty. Plus, opportunities to obtain an advanced degree without financial obligation, through SUNY at Buffalo
Program Statistics
Contact Information
Program Director
William Joseph Flynn, MD, MA, MA
Erie County Med Ctr
Primary Program Contact
Katie Petrell, AS
Erie County Med Ctr
Locations
Erie County Med Ctr
Surgical Critical Care Pgm
462 Grider St
Buffalo, NY 14215
955 Main St
Buffalo, NY 14203
3 Gates Circle
Buffalo, NY 14209-9986
Application Information
Participates In
Doesn't Participate In
- Main Match of the National Resident Matching Program (NRMP)
- ERAS®
- 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
- Specialty-specific standardized letter(s) of evaluation
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
Key Dates & Timelines
2027 - 2028
Application Due
May 31, 2026
Interview Period Starts
May 10, 2026 - Jul 31, 2026
Average PGY-1 Educational Environment
Employment Policies & Benefits
Educational Benefits
Tracks & Educational Features
Evaluations
Medical Insurance Coverage
- Major medical for domestic partners
- Major medical for residents
- Major medical for dependents
- Outpatient mental health
- Inpatient mental health
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
Salary Compensation
PGY-6
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 20 Vacation Days annually to support work-life balance and personal well-being.
For more information, view the program's leave policy on their website.