Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Akron, Ohio, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

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About Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program

ACGME code
1103812035
Program director
Rebecca Merrill
Location
Akron, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
11
First-year spots
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Akron, Ohio, sponsored by Cleveland Clinic Foundation. It offers 11 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Emergency Medicine program has 8%. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 55 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
11
Letters of recommendation
At least 1
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates36%
  • US DO graduates64%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women39%
  • Men61%
  • White82%
  • Asian18%
  • Hispanic or Latino3%

Contact and location

Program director
Rebecca Merrill
Program coordinator
Angie South
Coordinator phone
(330) 344-6326
Sponsoring institution
Cleveland Clinic Foundation

Akron General Medical Center 1 Akron General Ave Akron, OH 44307 Open in Google Maps

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program: frequently asked questions

Does Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program IMG-friendly?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program offer?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program offers 11 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 11 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program located?

Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program is located at Akron General Medical Center 1 Akron General Ave Akron, OH 44307. Its sponsoring institution is Cleveland Clinic Foundation.

Who is the program director of Cleveland Clinic Foundation/Akron General Program?

The program director is Rebecca Merrill. The program coordinator, Angie South, is the usual contact for application questions.