Burlington's Newest UVM-Trained Doctors Head to Residencies Nationwide

Graduates of Larner College of Medicine celebrate Match Day, with students heading to 18 specialties across the country and several staying in Vermont.

Mar. 21, 2026 at 8:05am

118 medical students from the University of Vermont's Larner College of Medicine recently celebrated Match Day, where they learned where they will spend their residencies. The future doctors are heading to 18 different specialties across the country, with several staying in Vermont to continue serving the local community that shaped their training.

Why it matters

Match Day is a significant milestone for medical students, as it marks the transition from their studies to hands-on patient care. The event highlights Burlington's role in educating the next generation of physicians and the impact UVM's medical program has on the local healthcare landscape, with many graduates choosing to remain in Vermont for their residencies.

The details

During the Match Day celebration at UVM Medical Center, students and faculty highlighted how Burlington's community shaped the future doctors' training and the care they hope to provide. The 118 Larner College of Medicine students will be entering residencies in 18 different specialties nationwide, with several choosing to stay in Vermont to continue serving the local community.

  • On March 17, 2026, 118 Larner College of Medicine students celebrated Match Day at UVM Medical Center.

The players

Larner College of Medicine

The medical school at the University of Vermont, which trains future doctors.

UVM Medical Center

The academic medical center affiliated with the University of Vermont, where the Match Day celebration took place.

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The takeaway

The Match Day celebration showcases Burlington's role in educating the next generation of physicians and the strong ties between the local community and the Larner College of Medicine. As these future doctors embark on their residencies, they will bring the knowledge and values they gained in Burlington to their new roles, continuing to shape the future of healthcare in Vermont and beyond.