Christiana Care Health Services
The Christiana Care Health Services Surgery residency in Newark, DE is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
About the program
ChristianaCare general surgery residency in Newark, Delaware with seven categorical positions, standard rotations on all major services, two blocks at Nemours pediatric surgery and a breast mini-apprenticeship. With no competing surgical residencies, residents take part in subspecialty cases; graduates average 1,200 major cases.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Residents get three weeks of vacation, three weeks of sick time and five paid days for approved conferences, plus an educational allowance and lab coats.
- ERAS deadline October 1 with in-person interviews on November 20, December 11 and December 18, 2026; IMGs need 12 months of US clinical experience.
PGY salaries
Published annual salaries or stipends in USD for the academic year shown. Check the notes and official source for included allowances, separate benefits, and effective dates. Institution schedules apply only where the program confirms coverage.
| Level | Academic year | Annual salary (USD) | Applies to | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | 2026-2027 | $78,520.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $80,725.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $84,552.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $88,795.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $92,955.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $97,490.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $102,190.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-8 | 2026-2027 | $107,037.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 31, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- Address (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3 Source 4 Source 5 Source 6
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Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Elizabeth McCarthy, MD
- Associate Program Director
- Jonathan Imran, MD
- Associate Program Director
- Deacon Lile, MD
- Vice Chair of Surgical Education
- Frederick Giberson, MD
- Address
- John H. Ammon Medical Education Center, 4755 Ogletown-Stanton Road, Suite 2E70B, Newark, DE 19718
- Phone
- 302-733-4503
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.
About Surgery residency training
Surgery residency training typically lasts 5 years.
Applicants usually build a record of surgical rotations and a sub-internship before applying.
General information about the specialty, not a statement about this program. Confirm details with the program.
How to apply to this residency
- Register with ERAS, the application service of the AAMC, and with the NRMP Main Residency Match.
- Apply to this program through ERAS during the application season, with the documents it asks for.
- If you interview here, rank the program on your NRMP rank order list by the deadline; Match results are released in March.
Deadlines, required documents, interview policy and visa sponsorship differ between programs and years. The program’s own website is the authority.
Prepare your application
- The NRMP Residency Match, explained
- Residency interview preparation: a four-week plan and question bank
- Residency interview strategies for USMLE candidates
- How to create a resume or CV for residency
- The Dean's letter (MSPE): what it is and how to get it from your medical school
- After the interview: highlight your strengths and send thank-you letters
- NRMP ranking algorithm & rank-list strategy
- Save money on USMLE and interview travel
- Study books by exam
- International medical graduates: ECFMG and visas
Questions to ask this program
Strong applicants use the interview to learn how a program trains its residents. Questions worth asking:
- How much autonomy do residents have at each training level, and how is supervision handled?
- Where do graduates go next: practice, fellowship or academic positions? Ask for recent examples.
- What are the call and night-float schedules, and how many hours do residents typically work?
- How are residents supported in preparing for board exams, and what is the program’s recent pass rate?
- What research, quality improvement or teaching opportunities are protected with time?
- What benefits, parental leave and wellness support does the program provide?
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Frequently asked questions
How do I apply to the Christiana Care Health Services Surgery residency?
This directory lists the program in the NRMP Main Residency Match. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the Christiana Care Health Services Surgery residency?
This directory has no verified length for this program. Surgery residency training typically lasts 5 years; confirm with the program.
How many positions does the Christiana Care Health Services Surgery residency offer?
The directory records 7 position(s) per year. Positions can change from year to year, so confirm for the cycle you are applying to.
What does the Christiana Care Health Services Surgery residency pay?
Published salaries are listed in the PGY salaries table on this page, with the academic year and official source.