Old Dominion University
The Old Dominion University Family Medicine residency in Norfolk, VA 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
Family medicine residency (EVMS/Old Dominion University) in Norfolk VA, established 1974, with continuous ACGME accreditation, 400+ graduates and a 100% board pass rate reported over five consecutive years. 16 PGY1s are assigned to continuity clinics at Ghent Family Medicine (Norfolk) or Portsmouth Family Medicine. Inpatient training at Sentara Norfolk General (Level I trauma), Bon Secours Maryview, CHKD and Hampton VA. Hybrid rotations pair two specialty weeks with continuity clinic half-days. Full-spectrum OB: residents deliver their continuity patients from PGY2. Tailored experiences in academics, community medicine, geriatrics/palliative, sports medicine and women's health; Epic EHR; graduated clinic ramp-up.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Obstetrics: from PGY2 residents follow continuity prenatal patients through delivery at Sentara Norfolk General under FM-OB faculty, with an OB Chief role; ask about delivery numbers.
- Hybrid/immersion rotations keep half-day weekly continuity clinic during specialty blocks; ask how this affects panel growth.
- Ask about the tailored experiences (academics, community medicine, geriatrics/palliative, sports medicine, women's health) and the new sports medicine fellowship.
- Graduated clinic ramp-up (2 to 6 patients per session in PGY1, 10 in PGY3) and Primary Care Exception for PGY3s; ask about admin time.
- Strong pediatrics: CHKD inpatient rotation, newborn nursery, CHKD ED and outpatient pediatrics each year.
- The PD is a graduate of the program (EVMS MD 2016, residency 2019); ask about resident involvement in curriculum change.
PGY salaries
PGY salaries have not been verified for this program.
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Karo G. Ohanian, MD
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 Family Medicine residency training
Family Medicine residency training typically lasts 3 years.
Training covers care across ages, including obstetrics, pediatrics and outpatient continuity of care.
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 Old Dominion University Family Medicine 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 Old Dominion University Family Medicine residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 3 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the Old Dominion University Family Medicine residency offer?
The directory records 16 position(s) per year. Positions can change from year to year, so confirm for the cycle you are applying to.
What does the Old Dominion University Family Medicine residency pay?
Salaries have not been verified for this program. Many institutions publish a resident and fellow salary schedule on their graduate medical education office page.