Residents in University at Buffalo (UB) sponsored training programs, with the exception of those in positions funded through the Federal government or New York State, receive a uniform salary and benefit package based on their level of training. These residents are employed by University Medical Resident Services, P.C. (UMRS) or University Dental Resident Services, P.C. (UDRS).

The uniform salary and benefit package is reviewed annually by the Resident Salary and Benefit Committee which is comprised of GME staff, hospital representatives, Program Directors, and a UB Resident Committee Representative.

UB and its affiliated hospitals have committed to maintaining salary levels at the average of similar institutions within New York State when adjusted for cost of living differences. Salary comparison information from other New York State Institutions and regional information published by the Association of American Medical Colleges (AAMC) as well as cost of living data and comparisons are reviewed annually by GME staff.

The benefit package for residents is also reviewed annually and compares quite favorably with other institutions. UB and its affiliated hospitals have been successful in maintaining a benefit plan that requires no contribution from residents for single or family coverage while simultaneously improving benefits. In recent years, dental, vision, and life insurance coverage have been added and/or improved. The long term disability benefit exceeds basic requirements and offers guaranteed conversion upon graduation at significantly discounted rates. Graduating residents have a choice of providers and plans available that include the specialty definition of disability, a no-decline offer and unisex rates.

Individual counseling on matters pertaining to employment is available from Cheryl Kishbaugh, Associate Dean for GME. Individual counseling on matters pertaining to employee benefits is available from Donna Cummiskey, Director of GME Resource Management.

The University at Buffalo (UB) sponsors sixty-three (63) resident and fellowship training programs. University Medical Resident Services, P.C. (UMRS) and University Dental Resident Services (UDRS) are the largest employers of residents in UB sponsored programs. Veterans Administration WNY Health Services (VAWNYHS) and Roswell Park Cancer Institute (RPCI) also employ residents in UB sponsored programs.

The Benefficiency site contains information about benefits available through UMRS and UDRS, frequently asked questions, retirement saving options, and more.

Residents employed by UMRS or UDRS can click here to access Benefficiency to review employee benefit options.

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Residents employed by VAWNYHS can click here to access Benefficiency to review benefits available for purchase through UMRS. VAWNYHS residents should also contact the Human Resources office at VAWNYHS for additional benefit options available through VAWNYHS.

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Residents employed by RPCI should contact the RPCI Education office at (716) 845-2339 from 8:00am – 4:30pm for information on their employee benefit options.