University of California (Irvine)
The University of California (Irvine) Anesthesiology residency in Orange, CA 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
UC Irvine four-year anesthesiology residency aligned with ABA competencies, based at UCI Medical Center in Orange, CA with rotations at VA Long Beach, Rady Children's Health, MemorialCare Miller Children's & Women's and Long Beach Medical Center. Every four weeks residents get a protected '4U' education day. Each resident is paired with a faculty mentor. An Innovative Anesthesiology-Critical Care Education Program gives ABA certification in anesthesiology and critical care in five years with two PGY-1 positions. About 50 percent of graduates pursued fellowship over the past five years.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Protected '4U' education day every four weeks with workshops, simulation, POCUS, mock oral boards and a mock OSCE with standardized patients for CA-3s; ask how sessions are tailored to each class.
- Combined Anesthesiology-Critical Care pathway: ABA certification in both in five years via two PGY-1 positions; apply and express critical care interest if relevant.
- Pediatric training at Rady Children's Health (8 weeks in CA-2 plus 2 in CA-3) and a CA-3 OR management/supervisory rotation; senior year includes six weeks of elective time.
- Global Outreach Initiative elective supports senior residents volunteering in underserved regions; highlight global health interest.
- Scholarly support: research faculty mentorship, financial support for conference travel, and encouragement to take leadership roles in societies.
- About half of graduates pursue fellowship; ask about fellowship match outcomes. No second looks and no thank-you notes/letters of intent are considered.
PGY salaries
PGY salaries have not been verified for this program.
Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Kate McCartney, 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 Anesthesiology residency training
Anesthesiology residency training typically lasts 4 years, including a clinical base year.
Some programs include the base year; others expect it to be completed separately. Ask which applies.
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 University of California (Irvine) Anesthesiology 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 University of California (Irvine) Anesthesiology residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 4 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the University of California (Irvine) Anesthesiology residency offer?
The number of positions is not recorded here. Ask the program or check the match service’s program listing for the current cycle.
What does the University of California (Irvine) Anesthesiology 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.