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Hackensack Meridian Health Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Hackensack, New Jersey, sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Health.

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About Hackensack Meridian Health Program

ACGME code
1103300213
Program director
Aleksandr Tichter
Location
Hackensack, New Jersey
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
IMG residents
29%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Hackensack Meridian Health Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Hackensack, New Jersey, sponsored by Hackensack Meridian Health. It offers 12 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 29% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
12
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates31%
  • US DO graduates40%
  • US IMGs26%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women51%
  • Men49%
  • White40%
  • Asian49%
  • Black or African American9%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Aleksandr Tichter
Program coordinator
Emily Garcia
Coordinator phone
(973) 432-4544
Program phone
(713) 873-2626
Sponsoring institution
Hackensack Meridian Health

Hackensack University Medical Center 30 Prospect Avenue 3620 Main- 3rd fl Hackensack, NJ 07601 Open in Google Maps

Hackensack Meridian Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does Hackensack Meridian Health Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Hackensack Meridian Health Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Hackensack Meridian Health Program IMG-friendly?

About 29% of residents at Hackensack Meridian Health 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 Hackensack Meridian Health Program offer?

Hackensack Meridian Health Program offers 12 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 12 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Hackensack Meridian Health Program?

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

Where is Hackensack Meridian Health Program located?

Hackensack Meridian Health Program is located at Hackensack University Medical Center 30 Prospect Avenue 3620 Main- 3rd fl Hackensack, NJ 07601. Its sponsoring institution is Hackensack Meridian Health.

Who is the program director of Hackensack Meridian Health Program?

The program director is Aleksandr Tichter. The program coordinator, Emily Garcia, is the usual contact for application questions.