Match Day 2026
School of Medicine Residency Match
Match results that impress
Success stories span residency placements in specialties across North America. Join the excitement!
From Hometowns to Brand New Cities, SGU Grads Match Coast to Coast
Our graduates matched through NRMP and CaRMS placements across the United States and Canada.
#SGUMatch
These hard-working students are on their way to their chosen residencies.
After 4 long years of medical school the next chapter of my life has begun. I’ll be spending the next 4 years in Tennessee. #sgumatch
Match Day: Congratulations to those who matched! 🥳Whether it was your 1st choice, 5th choice, or you had to SOAP and scramble for your spot… you are exactly where you’re meant to be. Be proud of how far you’ve come.
Where you matched—or didn’t—does not define who you are or the doctor you will become.
✨ Comment below where you matched and your specialty—I want to celebrate you! 🥹✨
To those who didn’t match this cycle, this is not the end of your story. Keep going. Keep growing. Your path will find you. If you have questions, need advice, or just someone to talk to, just reach out! I’m here for you 🤍
So excited to share that I matched into Family Medicine at St. Luke’s Anderson 💙
I’m beyond grateful for everyone who supported me, guided me, and believed in me throughout this journey. This dream wouldn’t be possible without you. Here’s to the next chapter!
#sgumatch
I’m going to be a physiatrist! A big shoutout to thewrightcentergme for giving me the opportunity to showcase my skills. And thanks to everyone who has supported me along the way🩺 #sgumatch
I am so grateful and excited to share that I matched at my #1 ranked program at University of Louisville- Norton Children’s Hospital!!
I can’t believe this moment I have worked towards for the last 10 years has finally come to fruition!
I am soo thankful to God for getting me to this point and so grateful especially to my parents, siblings, and friends who helped me, encouraged me and prayed for me over the many grueling years of hard work. I could not have done it without their support.
I am so excited to finally begin my journey as a pediatric resident!! 🙌🏽🥳🎉👩🏻⚕️
#match2026 #sgumatch
I matched anesthesiology at uams_anes ! So grateful for my amazing wife, family, and everyone who has supported me along the way. Excited to learn from the best. See you soon, Little Rock! #Match2026 stgeorgesu #sgumatch
Congratulations, future doctors! We are so proud of you! 🎉
FAQs & Fun Facts
Everything you need to know about Match Day and our students’ remarkable success.
How successful is SGU in the residency match?
Match Day is the culmination of the residency application process where medical students learn where they will complete their residency training. It’s one of the most exciting and emotional days in a medical student’s career. At SGU, we are proud to have a 94% US residency placement rate for graduates over the last five years.*
* Average of 2021, 2022, 2023, 2024 and 2025 residency placement rates. Residency placement rate is defined as the total number of students/graduates who obtained a US residency divided by the total number of students/graduates who applied to a US residency program in a given year as of September 2025.
Does SGU place students into residencies across the US?
Yes. In 2025, SGU students matched into residency programs in more than 40 states nationwide.
What specialties do SGU graduates match into?
SGU graduates matched into over 20 medical specialties in 2025, including primary care and advanced specialty fields such as surgery, emergency medicine, psychiatry, and anesthesiology.
1,049+
US residencies in 2025. No other medical school in the world provides more new doctors to the US healthcare system.
Largest provider of doctors into first-year US residencies for the last eleven years.
As the medical school graduating the largest number of students per year, SGU places the largest number of graduates into residency programs each year, based on internal SGU graduate/expected graduate and residency placement data as of September 2025.
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Residency Advice
“Don’t ever forget why you pursued medicine… residency is hard but extremely rewarding. The days go by slowly but the years will pass quickly. Enjoy the ride, keep doing the hard work and trust the process.”
Saad Hasnain, MD ’24
Specialty: Internal Medicine
Location: Hunt Regional Medical Center
“This is a pivotal time in your life-but at the same time, just one short period in a span of so much. This alone doesn’t define you. Take what you can learn from every moment and use it to become the best physician and human you can. Don’t lose site of the person you were before all of this and the person you ultimately want to become. This will keep you grounded.”
Jessica Willett, MD ’13
Specialty: Emergency Medicine
Location: San Joaquin General Hospital
“Be a hard worker, show up on time (early), be dependable, be yourself. Learning the medicine is the easy part. Being a good person, being professional and accountable cannot be taught.”
Nicholas Panting, MD ’19
Specialty: Family Medicine & Obstetrics
Location: Elkhart, IN
The first three months will be a learning curve to your program’s processes, procedures, and EMR down, so give yourself some grace. In months four to six, you’ll settle in, become efficient, and imposter syndrome will start to fade. Intern year is challenging, but it gets easier. By the end of the year, you’ll be more confident in your ability to make decisions and care for patients.
Julie Hansen, MD ’22
Specialty: Internal Medicine, Research Track
Location: Medical College of Wisconsin
“Do your best to carry out any tasks as efficiently and competently as you can. Be curious about any abnormal findings. It’s your job to sound the alarm if something is off and investigate. Eat well, exercise, get enough sleep, and don’t neglect your friends & family. This is all about finding balance as you get better at your practice. Most of all, enjoy yourself and have fun. You’ve finally arrived!”
David Thomas, MD ’12
Specialty: Transplant & Oncology Infectious Diseases
Location: H. Lee Moffitt Cancer Center & Research Institute
“First and foremost congratulations, what you have achieved is truly monumental. Do not think of residency as a destination or finish line. This is a new and equally demanding challenge and adventure that will push you to your limits and be reward you equally. Enjoy the hustle-both ups and downs-you will one day look back upon it with nostalgia.”
Mahdi Khattabi, MD ’21
Specialty: Trauma Surgery
Location: NYC
“The 8 laws of learning are explanation, demonstration, imitation, repetition, repetition, repetition, repetition and repetition.” – Quote by John Wooden.
Have passion in what you pursue and have fun with it….GOOD LUCK!”
Joseph SchianodiCola, MD ’85
Specialty: Anesthesiology/Pain Medicine
Location: Brookdale/Brooklyn
“It’ll feel like a rollercoaster but embrace every moment and take it in. This is the day you’ve worked so hard for! Having formerly been SGA-C president, the SGU staff is always available for guidance as well. Good luck!”
Ramona Mittal, MD ’23
Specialty: Internal Medicine
Location: Virtua Our Lady of Lourdes, NJ
Where Are They Now?
From Match Day to attending physicians, tracking our alumni’s remarkable career progression.
Dr. Robert Chen
Matched into Urology, 2019
Johns Hopkins Hospital
Today: Attending Urologist at Mayo Clinic, Rochester
Specializing in pediatric brain tumors, NIH grant recipient
Dr. Melissa Deliso
Matched into Orthopedic surgery, 2022
Orlando Health
Today: Orthopedic surgery and sports medicine at Orlando Health
Previously chief resident in orthopedic surgery at Jersey City Medical Center
Dr. Michael Torres
Matched into Neurosurgery, 2017
UCSF Medical Center
Today: Attending Neurosurgeon at Stanford Medical Center
Specializing in pediatric brain tumors, NIH grant recipient
Congratulations from University Leaders
Students achieved this huge milestone through hard work, dedication, and resilience.
Charles R. Modica, JD
Chancellor
Ready to Start Your Journey?
Join the next generation of SGU graduates matching into top residency programs.
Celebration Toolkit
“It’s time to celebrate! 🥳 Show off your big win using our custom Match Day toolkit. Simply download your celebration card, fill in your details, and share your success with the world!”
Match Day Signs
Share your exciting news using one of our Match Day signs and we’ll share your posts on social media and on this page. Be sure to use the hashtag #SGUMatch. Print it, fill it, and post it.
Match Day GIFs
Search terms like #MatchDay #SGUMatch #SGU #StGeorgesUniversity #Doctor #MD to use these on Instagram Stories.
Match Day Tips
Wardrobe
- The Match Day t-shirt in your celebration kit is a great choice.
- Your white coat is another way to showcase your achievement.
- Professional clothing is also an option. Use of color with shirts/tops is ideal. Try to avoid fluorescents and black and white. Polish and color win the day.
Background
- Be aware of your background. Remove any potentially distracting or unwanted items from the shot.
- Have the background lit with some lamps or pull back the curtains from your windows if the room is dark. Ideally, don’t take the photo with a window right behind you as the camera will struggle with lighting.
- Make sure light is coming from behind the camera toward your face. Always be aware of your surroundings. If filming at your home make sure pets and children aren’t in the frame. When on location at an office or hospital keep patients and staff out of frame.
Framing & Camera Positions
- Always make sure you are in the center of the frame.
- Provide both vertical and horizontal options when taking both still images and motion videos (when possible).
Frequently Asked Questions
Will I still qualify for student loans under the new law?
Yes. If you are already enrolled at SGU and receiving federal student loans, the new borrowing limits generally will not affect you. In most cases, you can continue receiving the same federal loan amounts for the remainder of your MD or DVM program.
If I’m starting in August 2025, January 2026, or April 2026, am I grandfathered in?
Yes. If you receive federal student loans by June 30, 2026, you may continue borrowing under the current federal loan programs for all four years of medical or veterinary medical school.
Will I still be able to use Grad PLUS loans until I graduate?
Yes, for most current and near-term students. Grad PLUS loans are being phased out over time, but students who receive loans by June 30, 2026 can typically continue using Grad PLUS through graduation if they complete the program on the usual timeline.
What happens if Grad PLUS loans are no longer available to me?
SGU has partnered with private lenders and is developing additional options to help cover costs beyond federal limits. We’ll guide you through these options so you’re never left guessing.
What will repayment look like for loans taken after July 1, 2026?
If you take out new loans after July 1, 2026, repayment options will include a standard fixed-payment plan and a new Repayment Assistance Plan (RAP). The final details are still being defined, and we’ll keep you updated as guidance becomes clearer.
What if I already have loans and don’t take out new ones after July 1, 2026?
You can continue using existing repayment options. Once finalized, you may also choose to opt into the new RAP plan if it makes sense for you.
Is Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) still available?
Yes. The final version of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act does not change PSLF. If you pursue qualifying public service work, PSLF remains an option.
If I start in August 2026 or later and already have undergraduate loans, how does that affect me?
You’ll fall under the new federal borrowing limits: $50,000 per year and $200,000 total for medical or veterinary medical school. Undergraduate loans count toward your overall federal total, but the medical or veterinary school cap remains unchanged.
If I pay back some of my loans, does that increase how much I can borrow later?
No. Federal borrowing limits are set by law and don’t increase if you repay principal balances early.
From Dr.eam To Doctor
Learn more about our MD program and tracks
Every aspect of our MD program and tracks are intentionally designed to support you on your path to becoming a physician.
Flexible Start Dates: Choose from multiple entry terms in April, August, or January to begin your medical education at your convenience.
Average of 2020, 2021, 2022, 2023 and 2024 residency placement rates. Residency placement rate is defined as the total number of students/ graduates who obtained a US residency divided by the total number of students / graduates who applied to a US residency program in a given year as of October 2024.
Program and Track Highlights
- Global Recognition: SGU’s School of Medicine has been continuously accredited for decades, enabling our students to be eligible to practice in the US.
- Clinical Training: 85+ hospitals and health systems in the United States, Canada, and the United Kingdom offer clinical and ambulatory training and support
- Legacy of Excellence: Join the network of over 25,000 graduates* who have impacted healthcare worldwide.
*Based on the number of students who have completed the Doctor of Medicine program from 1981-2025.
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We will be in touch soon, but if you have questions now, email us at admissions@sgu.edu