Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Kent Hospital Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Warwick, Rhode Island, sponsored by Kent Hospital.

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About Kent Hospital Program

ACGME code
1104300115
Program director
Katy DeBlois
Location
Warwick, Rhode Island
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
IMG residents
47%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Kent Hospital Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Warwick, Rhode Island, sponsored by Kent Hospital. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 47% 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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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 graduates7%
  • US DO graduates47%
  • US IMGs40%
  • Non-US IMGs7%

Demographics

  • Women35%
  • Men65%
  • White97%
  • Asian3%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Katy DeBlois
Program coordinator
Lynn Thompson
Coordinator phone
(401) 737-7010
Program phone
(401) 737-7000
Sponsoring institution
Kent Hospital

Emergency Medicine Residency Program 455 Toll Gate Road Warwick, RI 02886 Open in Google Maps

Kent Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Kent Hospital Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Kent Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 47% of residents at Kent Hospital 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 Kent Hospital Program offer?

Kent Hospital 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 Kent 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 Kent Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is Kent Hospital Program located?

Kent Hospital Program is located at Emergency Medicine Residency Program 455 Toll Gate Road Warwick, RI 02886. Its sponsoring institution is Kent Hospital.

Who is the program director of Kent Hospital Program?

The program director is Katy DeBlois. The program coordinator, Lynn Thompson, is the usual contact for application questions.