Each fellow performs up to 1,200 colon and rectal surgeries and procedures

Our one-year fellowship in colon and rectal surgery is fully accredited by the Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) and boasts a 100 percent pass rate for ABCRS Qualifying Exam and ABCRS Certifying Exam for the past five years.

We accept three fellows per year. Eligible candidates must have completed a five-year residency program in general surgery.

As the largest not-for-profit health care system in Texas and one of the largest in the United States, Baylor Scott & White serves 41 counties through 53 hospitals, more than 1,300 access points, more than 7,100 active physicians, more than 59,000 team members and the Baylor Scott & White Health Plan.

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Each fellow performs up to 1,200 surgeries and procedures, including:

  • 300 to 400 major abdominal procedures
  • 300 to 400 anorectal procedures
  • 400 to 600 colonoscopies

In addition to the active inpatient service, residents treat outpatients in a weekly clinic and assist surgeons in the practices.

Fellows also participate in various clinical trials at Baylor Scott & White Health research facilities.

How to apply

We use the Electronic Residency Application Service (ERAS) to electronically accept fellowship applications, letters of recommendations, dean’s letters, transcripts and other credentials directly from your medical school.

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Application requirements

In order to be considered for the program, applicants must submit the following materials:

  • ERAS application
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Personal statement
  • Medical student performance evaluation
  • Official medical school transcript
  • Photograph
  • USMLE Step I, II and III score reports or COMLEX scores
  • Training director letter
  • Two additional letters of recommendation from attending supervisor

Deadline for applications is September 30.


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Our commitment to our Medical Education community

Baylor University Medical Center, Graduate Medical Education (GME) is committed to passionately promoting a training environment where all feel welcomed and valued. A culture of belonging fosters innovation and is a catalyst for building dynamic teams that serve our communities.

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Faculty and fellows

Our dedicated faculty, with diverse expertise and a passion for teaching, offers invaluable mentorship and our talented fellows bring enthusiasm and fresh perspectives to patient care. Together, they create a supportive community committed to excellence in medical education and compassionate care.

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Train at a nationally recognized major teaching hospital

Baylor University Medical Center, part of Baylor Scott & White Health, is a major patient care, teaching and research center providing quaternary care to Dallas, the Southwest region and patients seeking specialized care from around the world.

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Stipend and benefits

In addition to competitive stipends, we offer our residents a full menu of employee benefits. We help offset the cost of many of these benefits; others are options you can choose to pay for yourself.

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Well-being resources

This time in your professional career can be extremely challenging. As a Baylor Scott & White graduate medical trainee, there are a variety of resources available to you, ensuring you get the most out of your educational experience.

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Life in Dallas

Dallas provides access to metropolitan entertainment and culture while maintaining the lowest cost of living among the top 10 largest U.S. cities.

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Contact us

Preston Léger
Program Administrator
Phone: 214.820.4543
Preston.Leger@BSWHealth.org 

Verification requests: BUMCGMEVerifications@BSWHealth.org

Colon and Rectal Surgery Fellowship Program
Baylor University Medical Center
Roberts Hospitals, Suite 1013
3500 Gaston Ave
Dallas, TX 75246

Baylor University Medical Center
 Roberts Hospital
3500 Gaston Ave.
Dallas, TX 75246

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