Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) Program Emergency Medicine Residency
Emergency Medicine residency program in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Geisinger Health System.
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- ACGME code
- 1104100002
- Program director
- Kevin Scott
- Location
- Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 8
- First-year spots
- IMG residents
- 50%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Wilkes Barre, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Geisinger Health System. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 50% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 60 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
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 8
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates13%
- US DO graduates38%
- US IMGs38%
- Non-US IMGs13%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Kevin Scott
- Program coordinator
- Brandy Vest
- Coordinator phone
- (570) 808-5751
- Program phone
- (570) 808-5484
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- Geisinger Health System
1000 East Mountain Blvd Wilkes Barre, PA 18711 Open in Google Maps
Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) Program: frequently asked questions
Does Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) Program sponsor visas?
Yes. Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) 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 (Wilkes Barre) Program IMG-friendly?
About 50% of residents at Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) 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 Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) Program offer?
Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) Program offers 8 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) 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 (Wilkes Barre) Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.
Where is Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) Program located?
Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) Program is located at 1000 East Mountain Blvd Wilkes Barre, PA 18711. Its sponsoring institution is Geisinger Health System.
Who is the program director of Geisinger Health System (Wilkes Barre) Program?
The program director is Kevin Scott. The program coordinator, Brandy Vest, is the usual contact for application questions.