Residency - Rural Residency Program

The University of Wisconsin-Madison Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology (UW Ob-Gyn) is proud to offer a rural residency training track - the first in the nation to offer specific training for rural women's health. The state of Wisconsin and the nation as a whole face an increasing shortage of physicians, especially in rural areas.

In response, UW Ob-Gyn has developed strategic partnerships with rural Wisconsin hospitals where rural-track residents will train to provide excellent specialty care to rural women. In line with the Wisconsin Idea - the principle that the university should benefit people far beyond the borders of our campus - UW Ob-Gyn is committed to improving the quality of life for women across Wisconsin and beyond.

Who should apply?

If you are inspired to practice medicine in rural areas in Wisconsin, you are encouraged to apply. Ideal applicants will have had meaningful experiences with rural communities and an enduring commitment to providing health care to women in rural Wisconsin. Applicants should have a solid record of community involvement and a strong interest in Obstetrics and Gynecology.

The Rural Track Program will be a separate MATCH from the parent program. On ERAS when selecting UW-Madison’s program in the drop down, there will be an additional dropdown box for the rural track. You may apply for both programs if interested.

Rural Track Curriculum

Over the four training years, the rural track resident will complete approximately 20% of their training at three rural sites. Each rural rotation will be three weeks long, and you will be able to stay within that community.

The training sites include Baldwin, Monroe and Marshfield:

In Baldwin, residents train at Western Wisconsin Health. While in Monroe, residents train at SSM Health Monroe Hospital. During the Marshfield rotation, residents train at Marshfield Medical Center.

Rural Residency in the News

It’s a Match: Meet the UW Department of Ob-Gyn Resident Class of 2028!

We are thrilled to introduce the incoming UW Ob-Gyn Resident Class of 2028, who matched into our residency on March 15, 2024. Please help us welcome these future ob-gyns to our department!Maya Adler - Boston University School of MedicineTaylor Badger - Southern Illinois University School of MedicineChelsie Clark - University ... more

Sanneh presents on panel during Department of Medicine Education Day

UW Department of Ob-Gyn resident Awa Sanneh, MD, PGY-4, joined a panel of physicians who shared their experiences with becoming parents during medical training at the 2024 UW School of Medicine and Public Health Department of Medicine Education Day on February 23, 2024.Sanneh spoke during the breakout session “Fertility, Preg... more

UW Department of Ob-Gyn at 2024 ACOG Congressional Leadership Conference

The American College of Obstetricians and Gynecologists hosted the 2024 Congressional Leadership Conference in Washington, DC, March 3-5. Many members of the UW Department of Ob-Gyn attended the conference to strengthen their advocacy skills and meet with Wisconsin legislators to discuss issues like Medicare payment and impro... more

Gravelle selected for induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society

Congratulations to UW Department of Ob-Gyn resident John Gravelle, MD, PGY-3, who was selected for induction into the Alpha Omega Alpha honor society as a resident/fellow member! Gravelle was nominated by members of the UW School of Medicine and Public Health medical student class of 2024 to join the society.Alpha Omega Alpha... more

Bharucha selected as first-ever Quality Chief Resident

The UW Department of Ob-Gyn is excited to announce that Kharmen Bharucha, MD, will be the inaugural Quality Chief Resident! This is a new role that will be annually selected from the rising PGY-3 resident class. As the Quality Chief Resident,Bharucha will be embedded in the department’s existing relevant committee work, inclu... more