Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Danville, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Geisinger Health System.

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About Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program

ACGME code
1104112043
Program director
Christopher Wilson
Location
Danville, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
IMG residents
11%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Danville, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Geisinger Health System. It offers 9 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 11% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 50 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
9
Letters of recommendation
At least 1
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates19%
  • US DO graduates70%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs7%

Demographics

  • Women22%
  • Men78%
  • White81%
  • Asian19%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Christopher Wilson
Program coordinator
Christa Gemberling
Coordinator phone
(570) 271-6812
Sponsoring institution
Geisinger Health System

Geisinger Medical Center Department of Emergency Medicine 100 North Academy Avenue Danville, PA 17822-1310 Open in Google Maps

Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program: frequently asked questions

Does Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program IMG-friendly?

About 11% of residents at Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program are international medical graduates, so the program accepts some IMGs. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program offer?

Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program offers 9 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 9 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program located?

Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program is located at Geisinger Medical Center Department of Emergency Medicine 100 North Academy Avenue Danville, PA 17822-1310. Its sponsoring institution is Geisinger Health System.

Who is the program director of Geisinger Health System (Danville) Program?

The program director is Christopher Wilson. The program coordinator, Christa Gemberling, is the usual contact for application questions.