University of Pennsylvania Health System
The University of Pennsylvania Health System Radiology-Diagnostic residency in Philadelphia, PA 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
Penn diagnostic radiology residency with a clinical track and an NIH T32-supported research track, both four years, with 39 four-week blocks in years 1-3 at HUP, Pennsylvania Hospital, CHOP, Penn Presbyterian and the Philadelphia VA, and individualized fourth-year concentrations including ABR-approved 16-month nuclear and 15-month pediatric pathways. The research track has at least 10 months of protected research time and 98 percent academic appointments; clinical track residents get a half-day of weekly research time in years 1-3.
Summarized from the program’s official website. Confirm details with the program.
Program highlights
- Ten clinical track, two research track and one interventional research track positions are offered; residents get a 1000 dollar education allowance, 20 vacation and 8 personal days, up to 12 weeks FMLA with 8 paid, and up to 2000 dollars per accepted presentation.
- ERAS deadline is typically October 15 with interviews in November and December and a February second look; moonlighting is available from R2.
PGY salaries
PGY salaries have not been verified for this program.
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 31, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- Contact page (verified, 2026-10-31): Stated on the official program pages listed. Source 1 Source 2 Source 3 Source 4 Source 5 Source 6 Source 7
- Program page (verified, 2026-10-27): Found on the institution website; the page names the institution and this specialty. Source 1
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Program leadership and contact
- Program director
- Mary Helene Scanlon, MD
- Associate Program Director
- Susan Shamimi-Noori, MD
- Associate Program Director
- Jillian Lazor, MD
- Associate Program Director
- Matthew Nazarian, MD
- Research Track Program Director
- David A. Mankoff, MD, PhD
- Phone
- 215-662-3264
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 Radiology-Diagnostic residency training
Radiology-Diagnostic residency training typically lasts 5 years, including a clinical year.
Many programs begin in the second year, so applicants also arrange a preliminary or transitional year.
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 Pennsylvania Health System Radiology-Diagnostic 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 Pennsylvania Health System Radiology-Diagnostic residency?
The program length recorded for this entry is 4 years. Confirm it with the program.
How many positions does the University of Pennsylvania Health System Radiology-Diagnostic 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 Pennsylvania Health System Radiology-Diagnostic 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.