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HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Augusta, Georgia, sponsored by HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine.

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About HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program

ACGME code
1101200002
Program director
Becky Abell
Location
Augusta, Georgia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program is a community-based Emergency Medicine residency program in Augusta, Georgia, sponsored by HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than 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 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

Contact and location

Program director
Becky Abell
Program coordinator
Tracy Stevenson
Coordinator phone
(706) 651-6103
Program phone
(706) 325-7147
Sponsoring institution
HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine

3651 Wheeler Rd Augusta, GA 30909 Open in Google Maps

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions

Does HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?

Yes. HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program IMG-friendly?

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine 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 visas.

How many residency positions does HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program offer?

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine 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 HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program located?

HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program is located at 3651 Wheeler Rd Augusta, GA 30909. Its sponsoring institution is HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine.

Who is the program director of HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program?

The program director is Becky Abell. The program coordinator, Tracy Stevenson, is the usual contact for application questions.