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

Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Jefferson Health Medical Education.

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About Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Program

ACGME code
1104121122
Program director
Deborah Pierce
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Jefferson Health Medical Education. It offers 9 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

Residents work about 51 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 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates43%
  • US DO graduates54%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White68%
  • Asian25%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Deborah Pierce
Program coordinator
JoAnn Corbi
Coordinator phone
(215) 456-3834
Sponsoring institution
Jefferson Health Medical Education

Albert Einstein Healthcare Network 5501 Old York Road EM Residency, Korman B-9 Philadelphia, PA 19141 Open in Google Maps

Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital 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 Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital 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 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Program offer?

Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital 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 Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Program?

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

Where is Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Program located?

Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Program is located at Albert Einstein Healthcare Network 5501 Old York Road EM Residency, Korman B-9 Philadelphia, PA 19141. Its sponsoring institution is Jefferson Health Medical Education.

Who is the program director of Jefferson Health Medical Education/Jefferson Einstein Philadelphia Hospital Program?

The program director is Deborah Pierce. The program coordinator, JoAnn Corbi, is the usual contact for application questions.