Required Documentation

• MyERAS Application
• Medical School Program Evaluation or Dean's Letter
• Transcripts
• Photo
• Three letters of recommendation
  • One letter must be from the Chair of Surgery of your medical school/institution. A letter from a similar surgical leader who supervises surgical education at your program would also be acceptable.
  • Two additional letters must come from surgeons. A fourth letter may be submitted but is optional; this may come from a mentor or advisor from any field.
• USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 scores
• Personal statement
• Curriculum Vitae

All applications must be processed through ERAS, as no paper applications are accepted.

Have your completed application submitted by September 25, 2026.

We review the entire application and consider all aspects of the application. Scores and grades are important and are considered as part of the entire application.  

American Board of Surgery Certification

Medical specialty certification in the United States is a voluntary process which serves multiple purposes for the trainee and the public.

Our program aims to produce trainees who meet board eligibility criteria.

Certification:

• Distinguishes physicians as experts in their field
• Provides more opportunities when applying for employment
• Provides access to ABMS resources and tools
• Reflects a commitment to lifelong learning and patient care
• Affirms dedication to the highest standards of patient care