Research Programs
Types of residency positions
The type(s) of position you pursue will depend on the specialty you’ve chosen and the position and program options available in that specialty.
Preliminary (P) versus transitional year (TY) residency positions
The language around preliminary and transitional year residency position types is easily confusing since "preliminary" is used in two different contexts.
Optimize your application strategy
The Residency Explorer™ tool empowers learners to explore and identify residency programs where they are a competitive candidate and that align with their professional and personal needs and interests. It is the premier resource for residency program research due to its collaboration with leading national organizations.