Urology Residency Program
The Florida International University/Baptist Health Urology Residency provides comprehensive training opportunities to prepare residents to become compassionate, skilled urologists who can provide urological care for a wide range of patients.
Applications for the 2026 cohort are open.
Training the Urologists of Tomorrow
Based at Baptist Hospital of Miami and South Miami Hospital, the Urology Residency program provides residents with a comprehensive foundation of knowledge and clinical skills in general urology and urological subspecialties. Residents gain extensive clinical experience, access top-tier educational resources and train in state-of-the-art facilities, including Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute.
The program’s supportive environment equips residents to care for a diverse patient population with a wide spectrum of conditions and surgical needs. Residents benefit from exposure to a variety of minimally invasive procedures, including robotic surgery, as well as major complex oncologic and reconstructive procedures. The training is further enhanced at Baptist Health Education Center, a cutting-edge simulation center that offers valuable opportunities to develop surgical skills.
To learn more about the Urology Residency, email uro-bh@fiu.edu.
Program Directors
Christopher S. Gomez, M.D.
Program Director
Murugesan Manoharan, M.D.
Chief of Urology; Core Faculty
Alina Perez
Senior Program Administrator
Baptist Hospital
Baptist Hospital of Miami, the flagship of Baptist Health with over 900 beds, is a nationally recognized destination for advanced cancer, heart, and neuroscience care, offering leading-edge technology, multidisciplinary expertise, and the distinction of being Florida’s first and only six-time Magnet® Hospital for Nursing Excellence.
South Miami Hospital
For more than 65 years, Baptist Health South Miami Hospital has provided trusted, advanced care to southern Miami-Dade County with 24/7 emergency services, specialty expertise in heart, lung, spine, and bariatrics, leading-edge procedures and diagnostics, and comprehensive family care including a Level III NICU and maternity services.
Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute
Baptist Health Miami Cancer Institute is a destination cancer center offering world-class care through groundbreaking treatments like proton therapy, advanced research and a renowned team of specialists as part of South Florida’s largest cancer program.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital
No. 22 in Pediatric Neurology and Neurosurgery, according to U.S. News and World Report.
Nicklaus Children’s Hospital is South Florida’s only licensed specialty hospital exclusively for children and the largest pediatric teaching program in the southeastern United States.
Program Application Requirements
Our program attracts, educates, and retains exceptional talent to serve the South Florida community.
Acceptance/admission to the program is contingent on the submission of all requested materials and meeting all eligibility requirements determined by the program.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.
Residency Prerequisites
- The program accepts residents at the PGY-1 level who apply through the Electronic Residency Application System (ERAS)
- Must pass USMLE Step 1 and Step 2 CK, or COMLEX 1 and 2, before February 1
- IMG applicants: must have a valid ECFMG certificate before the start of residency
- Must be eligible to register as a resident physician with the state of Florida
- J-1 visa sponsorships are available
Application Requirements
- ERAS Common Application
- Medical School transcript
- Personal Statement
- Dean’s Letter or Medical Student Performance Evaluation (MSPE)
- Three letters of recommendation from physicians who are familiar with your work and abilities
A Transformative Education
At the College of Medicine, your journey is enhanced by research, innovation and community outreach. Our programs empower the next generation of physicians with the knowledge, skills and experience necessary to become leaders in the healthcare field.
Life in South Florida
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