Yes, applications should be submitted through the Electronic Residency Application
Service (ERAS).
Yes, the only way to enter the LSU General Surgery program is to apply through ERAS,
and participate in the Match.
- General Surgery: Eleven Categorical and Nine Preliminary positions are offered in the PGY-1 Year
- Plastic Surgery Integrated: Two positions offered annually
- Vascular Surgery Integrated: Two positions offered annually
All residents are required to complete a research project by the end of their PGY-4
year. Dedicated time off for research is offered, but not required.
It is recommended that you pass Step 1 at first try and Step 2 is at least 245.
Note: You must pass USMLE Step 3 prior to entering your second year of residency.
We highly recommend that you take Step 3 during or shortly after your intern year.
While highly unusual, both preliminary and categorical positions are occasionally offered to those IMGs who apply through the NRMP match.
Our programs do not sponsor any visas. The programs do approve J1 visas sponsored by ECFMG.
No, not at this time.