University of California Davis Health
The University of California Davis Health Thoracic Surgery - Integrated 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.
About the program
U.s. News and World Report ranks UC Davis Health among nation's best programs. The program aims to produce balanced, well-qualified cardiothoracic surgeons.
Summarized from the program’s official website, checked October 5, 2026. Confirm details with the program.
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 | $91367.00UC 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 | $94117.00UC 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 | $97486.00UC 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 | $101002.00UC 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 | $104792.00UC 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 | $108377.00UC 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 | $111703.00UC 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 | $117140.00UC 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 | $121479.00UC 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 | $125974.00UC 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.
- pgy_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
- Program director
- Gary Raff, M.D.
- Program coordinator
- at DGMC
- Vice Chair
- Edgardo Salcedo, M.D.
- is the assistant program director
- Steven Maximus, M.D.
- Phone
- 916-263-2344
Contact details checked October 5, 2026.
Program and application links
Review the official program page for training sites, curriculum, eligibility, required documents, deadlines, interview policy, visa sponsorship, and current openings.