Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in West Islip, New York, sponsored by Catholic Health.

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About Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program

ACGME code
1103500211
Program director
David Levy
Location
West Islip, New York
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
10
First-year spots
IMG residents
82%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in West Islip, New York, sponsored by Catholic Health. It offers 10 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 82% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 54 hours a week in their first year.

Requirements and screening

USMLE Step 1 is pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the score programs screen on. These are the details IMGs most often need before deciding whether to apply.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
10
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates3%
  • US DO graduates14%
  • US IMGs48%
  • Non-US IMGs34%

Demographics

  • Women31%
  • Men69%
  • White62%
  • Asian21%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
David Levy
Program coordinator
Samantha Sferrazza
Coordinator phone
(631) 376-4163
Sponsoring institution
Catholic Health

1000 Montauk Highway West Islip, NY 11795 Open in Google Maps

Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 82% of residents at Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program offer?

Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program offers 10 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 10 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program located?

Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program is located at 1000 Montauk Highway West Islip, NY 11795. Its sponsoring institution is Catholic Health.

Who is the program director of Catholic Health/Good Samaritan University Hospital Program?

The program director is David Levy. The program coordinator, Samantha Sferrazza, is the usual contact for application questions.