Residency and Fellowship Programs
How to Apply
Residents in the Department of Radiology are educated to be proficient in all aspects of radiology, including angiography and interventional radiology, neuroradiology, gastrointestinal radiology, genitourinary radiology, CT, nuclear medicine, pediatric radiology, breast imaging, ultrasound, thoracic radiology, cardiovascular radiology (CT/MRI), musculoskeletal radiology, and MRI. We also prepare residents for full-time academic or private careers in diagnostic radiology.
The radiology residency program provides thorough and intense training in all aspects of radiology. Successful completion of the training program qualifies graduates to sit for the American Board of Radiology’s specialty examination in radiology.
To apply for the radiology residency program at VCU Medical Center, the following requirements must be met and application materials submitted by Nov. 1 of the year prior to the match.
- Submit the program application using the Electronic Residency Application Program.
- Letter from the dean of your medical school.
- Transcripts of medical school grades.
- Three letters of recommendation from physicians who can evaluate your performance.
- USMLE scores.
- Personal statement.
- A recent photo.
- Curriculum vitae (optional).
- Completion of an ACGME-approved internship.
- J1 visa (no other visas are accepted).
- Must be ECFMG certified.
Selection
Once your application file is complete – with the exception of the dean’s letter, which is not released until Nov. 1 – you may be contacted to schedule a personal interview with our resident selection committee. Residents are selected on the basis of transcripts, USMLE scores, recommendations and the results of personal interviews.