ERAS Headshots That Meet Every AAMC Requirement – Ready in 48 Hours
Fast, ERAS-compliant application photos – professionally photographed in Bloomfield Hills.
Why Your ERAS Photo Matters
Your headshot is the first impression you make on program directors.
A great one helps them remember you. A forgettable one… doesn’t.
We specialize in polished, natural-looking portraits that radiate confidence and meet all ERAS formatting requirements. Sessions are held in our Bloomfield Hills studio.
ERAS Headshot Session
$225
Includes retouching, ERAS formatting & full-resolution version
What’s Included in Every Session
✔ Professional studio session
✔ Expert posing guidance — natural, confident expression
✔ Professional retouching (skin tone, lighting, fine details)
✔ ERAS-compliant formatting, ready to upload
✔ 48-hour delivery (same-day option available)
✔ LinkedIn / professional crop included
We regularly photograph students from Royal Oak, Troy, and Southfield heading into the 2026 Match. Whether you’re applying to internal medicine, dermatology, or surgery, we deliver polished headshots formatted to ERAS standards — with optional same-day delivery.
Effortless, professional headshots – done quickly, delivered beautifully, made to match.
What to Expect from Your ERAS Photo Session
- Quick and Efficient. Our sessions are designed to be seamless and stress-free.
- Professional Guidance. We’ll coach you through posing and expressions to ensure you look your best.
- High-Quality Editing. Each image is carefully retouched to meet ERAS specifications.
- Convenient Packages. Choose from individual sessions or discounted bulk sessions for groups.
Why Choose Us?
- Expertise in ERAS Photography. We understand the unique requirements of residency application photos.
- Stress-Free Experience. Our sessions are quick, comfortable, and tailored to your needs.
- Affordable Packages. Special discounts are available for group bookings.
- Local Studio. Our Bloomfield Hills studio faithfully serves Metro Detroit and Oakland County students every year.
Tips for a Perfect ERAS Photo
- Wear professional attire, typically a suit or a blouse.
- Keep makeup and accessories minimal and natural.
- Maintain good posture and a warm, confident expression.
- Get a good night’s sleep to look fresh and energized.
Book Your ERAS Photo Session Today!
Ready to capture a headshot that makes a lasting impression? Whether you’re applying for residency or fellowship, we’re here to help. Contact us now to schedule your professional ERAS photo session. Group discounts are available for friends, classmates, or medical organizations!
Make your residency application unforgettable with a standout ERAS photo. Let’s capture your best look and help you take the next step in your medical career.
Bonus!
In addition to your ERAS-prepared headshot, you will also receive the full-resolution version and a LinkedIn-prepared crop.
What should I wear to my ERAS headshot session?
Stick with professional attire in solid, neutral colors like navy, black, or charcoal. Avoid patterns, logos, or bright colors. Blazers or structured tops work best. For men: a collared shirt with or without a tie. For women, a modest neckline and simple jewelry. Clean and pressed always wins.
Do I need to know how to pose?
Nope. I’ll guide you through everything. I use small, natural pose coaching to help you look confident and approachable without it feeling forced. You’ll be surprised how easy it is.
How quickly do I get my photos?
Standard delivery is within 48 hours. If you need them sooner, I offer a 24-hour rush delivery option for $49. Just let me know when booking.
Can I get both ERAS and LinkedIn versions?
The “Quick” session does not include a LinkedIn photo, but the other packages will have your chosen images also output in LinkedIn crops.
What if I don’t like how I look in the photos?
You will have as many images as you like to choose your final image from. Your photo should feel like you, on your best day. If you are unhappy in the end, we can refund your fee. Thankfully, it hasn’t happened before.
ERAS Requirements
The electronic residency application service, also known as ERAS, requires applicants to submit a photograph along with their application. The photo must be accurately formatted according to the current AAMC residency guide specifications. Hugh Anderson Photography will provide you with a high-quality ERAS photo, fully prepared for you to simply upload with your application.
This is a very important detail. In a recent conversation with a client, they told me that a large national retail chain would take their headshot but would not prepare the file to meet ERAS requirements.
That seems to me like the restaurant saying they will supply your steak, but you have to cook it yourself. ERAS applicants probably don’t want to mess around with figuring out the required size, resolution, and maximum kilobytes that they have to achieve with their headshot image. That’s the photographer’s job, and that’s all dealt with at Hugh Anderson Photography.
Specifications that are required by the AAMC for your ERAS application are:
- A 2.5 x 3.5-inch image
- A resolution of 150 dpi
- Total file size less than 150kb
- Neutral background
It’s really quite a small image, think driver’s license size. That of course isn’t the size we will start with – we will start with a high-resolution digital photograph, and reduce it to suit the ERAS application. That will give you a sharp, clear residency headshot.
But there are other places where you might like to use your headshot, and they will all likely require a better resolution. Check out the bonus below.
You can also follow the link to the MyERAS Residency USER GUIDE for more useful information.
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