University of Utah Health Program
About This Program
Serving the largest pediatric catchment area in the nation, our Pediatric-Medical Genetics and Genomics program offers unmatched clinical variety, innovative dual-board training, and strong mentorship. Residents benefit from individualized advising, a supportive culture, and unique tracks in research, advocacy, and rare disease. With world-class faculty, collaborative partners, and Utahs unmatched outdoor lifestyle, our trainees thrive personally and professionally.
Program Statistics
Types of Graduates
Resident Gender
Contact Information
Program Director
David H Viskochil, MD, PhD
Univ of Utah Health
Primary Program Contact
Joann Chavis
University of Utah - Primary Children's
Locations
Univ of Utah Health
Dept of Pediatrics Div of Med
295 Chipeta Way
Salt Lake City, UT 84108
50 N Medical Dr
Salt Lake City, UT 84132
2000 Circle Of Hope Dr
Salt Lake City, UT 84112
500 Foothill Dr
Salt Lake City, UT 84148-0001
5121 S Cottonwood St
Murray, UT 84107
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
Open House
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)
Medical School Graduation Timeline
Graduation from medical school must have occurred within the past 5 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
PGY-1 Position Type(s) 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
- Group life insurance
- Dental insurance
- Disability insurance
- Disability insurance for occupationally-acquired HIV
Salary Compensation
Year 4 through Year 9
Salary paid by a non-profit institution.
Vacation & Sick Days
Residents receive 26 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.