Joined by his family, friends, church members and pastor, UC San Diego medical student Emmanuel Elijah celebrates his match in obstetrics and gynecology at UC San Diego — his first choice.

Friday, March 21, was Match Day — the annual national event when medical students learn their residency assignments, culminating a months-long interview and application process. Every year, students gather with family and friends to find out the next chapter in their journey to becoming a licensed medical doctor.

This year, 748 University of California soon-to-be medical school graduates found out where they will continue to learn and practice for the next three to seven years. Sixty-seven percent of the UC-trained medical students will remain in the state, serving California patients, including in communities with some of the greatest need for doctors. During their residencies, they’ll provide medical care — including primary care, psychiatry and OB/GYN services — throughout the state.

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