The Temple University General Surgery Residency Program strives to prepare surgeons to provide high quality care that benefits their patients and community. We accomplish this purpose by offering residents training in the technical and non-technical skills required to care for our patient’s physical, psychological, emotional, and social needs. We also provide professional development to our residents aimed at advancing the field of surgery through education, advocacy, and research.

Aligned with the institutional mission, we aim to attract residents and faculty of diverse backgrounds that are representative of the community in Philadelphia in which we serve. We approach our work with integrity, kindness, curiosity, and accountability.

The General Surgery Residency Program at Temple University Hospital offers 1 position each year through the military match process. The program has a single service affiliation with the Navy.

The curriculum includes a broad based general surgery education, but includes significant experience with penetrating trauma and with burn surgery.

To request an interview, please e-mail GME General Surgery Administrator and include the following information:

• Name, military service, and scholarship program (HPSP, HSCP, USU, or currently on active duty as physician), e-mail address, and phone number
• Curriculum Vitae
• Personal statement/Letter of Intent (may use the same statement in your graduate medicine education application packet)
• Self-report of USMLE/COMLEX scores
  • Include the number of attempts and whether you have failed any attempts
  • If USMLE/COMLEX step/level 2 scores are not available, please provide the exam date, if scheduled
• Self-report of any failed courses or clinical rotations during medical school
• Self-report of current and/or previous adverse comments in medical school transcript, military, or GME records that will appear in your GME application. If you're unsure of what you should disclose, contact the appropriate organization that will be submitting the information for your GME application, e.g. your school’s student affairs office regarding your medical school transcript.
• Additional details about research listed on your CV, if applicable