University of Kansas School of Medicine
The University of Kansas School of Medicine Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency in Kansas City, KS 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
Integrated four-year KU Medical Center AP/CP residency using thirteen 4-week blocks with subspecialized surgical pathology, starting every resident on the VA surgical pathology service, plus rotations at KU Hospital, Kansas City VA, Children's Mercy, the Jackson County Medical Examiner and the Community Blood Center. The program reports a >95% board pass rate over ten years, and about 80% of graduates enter community or reference lab practice after fellowship.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Daily 8 am educational conferences are protected time, with a July boot camp, weekly tumor boards, journal clubs and grand rounds; every resident completes a scientific project.
- Benefits include 20 vacation days, 10 sick days, a $1,250 education allowance, a $1,500 travel allowance, a free fitness center and a daily meal allowance.
- Interviews are virtual via Zoom with Thalamus invitations (offers no earlier than October 15, 2026), the program uses signaling, and applicants need three letters from medical school faculty.
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 | $71,444.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $73,858.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $76,505.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $80,144.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $83,587.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $86,914.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $90,628.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-8 | 2026-2027 | $94,428.00 | Institution | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 30, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- Address (verified, 2026-10-30): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3 Source 4 Source 5 Source 6 Source 7
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- Program page (verified, 2026-10-27): Found on the institution website; the page names the institution and this specialty. Source 1
- Salaries (verified, 2026-10-30): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1
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Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Katie L. Dennis, MD
- Program coordinator
- Mikala Moreau, C-TAGME
- Associate Program Director
- Nelli S. Lakis, MD, MSc
- Associate Program Director
- Jamie L. Porter, MD
- Address
- 3901 Rainbow Blvd., MS 3045, Kansas City, KS 66160
- Phone
- 913-588-7070
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 Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency training
Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency training typically lasts 4 years for combined anatomic and clinical pathology.
Programs may offer anatomic-only or clinical-only tracks that are shorter; confirm which positions are offered.
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 Kansas School of Medicine Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical 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 Kansas School of Medicine Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 4 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the University of Kansas School of Medicine Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical 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 Kansas School of Medicine Pathology-Anatomic and Clinical residency pay?
Published salaries are listed in the PGY salaries table on this page, with the academic year and official source.