University of California Davis Health
The University of California Davis Health Neurological Surgery residency in Sacramento, CA is listed by AAMC with ERAS status “Participating” for the 2027 cycle. Use the official program page for curriculum, training sites, eligibility, and current contacts.
PGY salaries
Published annual salaries or stipends in USD for the academic year shown. Check the notes and official source for included allowances, separate benefits, and effective dates. Institution schedules apply only where the program confirms coverage.
| Level | Academic year | Annual salary (USD) | Applies to | Source |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| PGY-1 | 2026-2027 | $91,367.00UC Davis rate effective September 1, 2026; subject to bargaining. Excludes US military employees and separately paid allowances. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-2 | 2026-2027 | $94,117.00UC Davis rate effective September 1, 2026; subject to bargaining. Excludes US military employees and separately paid allowances. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-3 | 2026-2027 | $97,486.00UC Davis rate effective September 1, 2026; subject to bargaining. Excludes US military employees and separately paid allowances. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-4 | 2026-2027 | $101,002.00UC Davis rate effective September 1, 2026; subject to bargaining. Excludes US military employees and separately paid allowances. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-5 | 2026-2027 | $104,792.00UC Davis rate effective September 1, 2026; subject to bargaining. Excludes US military employees and separately paid allowances. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-6 | 2026-2027 | $108,377.00UC Davis rate effective September 1, 2026; subject to bargaining. Excludes US military employees and separately paid allowances. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-7 | 2026-2027 | $111,703.00UC Davis rate effective September 1, 2026; subject to bargaining. Excludes US military employees and separately paid allowances. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-8 | 2026-2027 | $117,140.00UC Davis rate effective September 1, 2026; subject to bargaining. Excludes US military employees and separately paid allowances. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-9 | 2026-2027 | $121,479.00UC Davis rate effective September 1, 2026; subject to bargaining. Excludes US military employees and separately paid allowances. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
| PGY-10 | 2026-2027 | $125,974.00UC Davis rate effective September 1, 2026; subject to bargaining. Excludes US military employees and separately paid allowances. Applicable PGY depends on appointment; schedule does not indicate program duration. | Institution | Official salary schedule |
Sources and verification
Research last checked October 11, 2026. Missing information is not an estimate.
- Program page (verified, 2026-10-27): Found on the institution website; the page names the institution and this specialty. Source 1
- Salaries (verified, 2026-10-11): Official institution-wide resident schedule for academic year 2026–2027. UC Davis rate effective September 1, 2026; subject to bargaining. Excludes US military employees and separately paid allowances. Source 1
Program leadership and contact
Use the official program page for the current director, coordinator, telephone number, and email address.
Program and application links
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University of California Davis Health Neurological Surgery residency at a glance
University of California Davis Health lists its Neurological Surgery residency in Sacramento, California. The directory holds 10 Neurological Surgery residency programs in California, 1 of them in Sacramento and 122 across 43 states and territories.
Applicants reach this program through: NRMP Main Residency Match. 10 Neurological Surgery residency programs in California use the same route. The listing is for the 2027 application cycle, with ERAS status “Participating”. 122 Neurological Surgery residency programs nationwide share that status.
University of California Davis Health has 66 other programs listed in Sacramento: Addiction Medicine (Multidisciplinary), Allergy and Immunology, Anesthesiology, Cardiovascular Disease (Internal Medicine), Child Neurology, and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (Psychiatry), and 60 more. Applicants often compare these when they are interested in the same hospital or training site.
Other programs at University of California Davis Health in Sacramento
- Addiction Medicine (Multidisciplinary) fellowship
- Allergy and Immunology fellowship
- Anesthesiology residency
- Cardiovascular Disease (Internal Medicine) fellowship
- Child and Adolescent Psychiatry (Psychiatry) fellowship
- Child Neurology residency
- Clinical Cardiac Electrophysiology fellowship
- Clinical Neurophysiology (Neurology) fellowship
Other California cities with a listed Neurological Surgery residency: La Jolla, Loma Linda, Los Angeles, Moreno Valley, Orange, Palo Alto, San Francisco.
Counts come from this directory’s own records and change when the program list is updated. They describe the directory, not the quality of any program.
About Neurological Surgery residency training
Neurological Surgery residency training typically lasts 7 years.
Among the longest residencies; most applicants have substantial neurosurgery exposure and research before applying.
This specialty has historically been among the more competitive in the Match. The NRMP’s Charting Outcomes in the Match reports show current applicant and match statistics by specialty.
General information about the specialty, not a statement about this program. Confirm details with the program.
How to apply to this residency
- Register with ERAS, the application service of the AAMC, and with the NRMP Main Residency Match.
- Apply to this program through ERAS during the application season, with the documents it asks for.
- If you interview here, rank the program on your NRMP rank order list by the deadline; Match results are released in March.
Deadlines, required documents, interview policy and visa sponsorship differ between programs and years. The program’s own website is the authority.
Prepare your application
- The NRMP Residency Match, explained
- Residency interview preparation: a four-week plan and question bank
- Residency interview strategies for USMLE candidates
- How to create a resume or CV for residency
- The Dean's letter (MSPE): what it is and how to get it from your medical school
- After the interview: highlight your strengths and send thank-you letters
- NRMP ranking algorithm & rank-list strategy
- Save money on USMLE and interview travel
- Study books by exam
- International medical graduates: ECFMG and visas
Questions to ask this program
Strong applicants use the interview to learn how a program trains its residents. Questions worth asking:
- How much autonomy do residents have at each training level, and how is supervision handled?
- Where do graduates go next: practice, fellowship or academic positions? Ask for recent examples.
- What are the call and night-float schedules, and how many hours do residents typically work?
- How are residents supported in preparing for board exams, and what is the program’s recent pass rate?
- What research, quality improvement or teaching opportunities are protected with time?
- What benefits, parental leave and wellness support does the program provide?
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Frequently asked questions
Where is the University of California Davis Health Neurological Surgery residency?
The directory places it in Sacramento, California.
How many Neurological Surgery residency programs are there in California?
This directory lists 10 in California and 122 nationwide.
How do I apply to the University of California Davis Health Neurological Surgery residency?
This directory lists the program in the NRMP Main Residency Match. Use the program and application links on this page for the current instructions, deadlines and required documents.
How long is the University of California Davis Health Neurological Surgery residency?
This directory has no verified length for this program. Neurological Surgery residency training typically lasts 7 years; confirm with the program.
How many positions does the University of California Davis Health Neurological Surgery residency offer?
The number of positions is not recorded here. Ask the program or check the match service’s program listing for the current cycle.
What does the University of California Davis Health Neurological Surgery residency pay?
Published salaries are listed in the PGY salaries table on this page, with the academic year and official source.