Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Lehigh Valley Health Network Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Lehigh Valley Health Network.

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About Lehigh Valley Health Network Program

ACGME code
1104121199
Program director
Shawn Quinn
Location
Bethlehem, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
16
First-year spots
IMG residents
46%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Lehigh Valley Health Network Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Lehigh Valley Health Network. It offers 16 first-year positions, higher than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 46% 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. The program offers research track.

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.

  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
16
Letters of recommendation
At least 1
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates20%
  • US DO graduates34%
  • US IMGs25%
  • Non-US IMGs21%

Demographics

  • Women30%
  • Men69%
  • White52%
  • Asian31%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino3%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Shawn Quinn
Program coordinator
Dawn Yenser
Coordinator phone
(484) 884-2888
Program phone
(610) 297-2926
Sponsoring institution
Lehigh Valley Health Network

Lehigh Valley Hospital (Muhlenberg) 2545 Schoenersville Road 5th Floor Residency Suite Bethlehem, PA 18017 Open in Google Maps

Lehigh Valley Health Network Program: frequently asked questions

Does Lehigh Valley Health Network Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Lehigh Valley Health Network Program IMG-friendly?

About 46% of residents at Lehigh Valley Health Network 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 Lehigh Valley Health Network Program offer?

Lehigh Valley Health Network Program offers 16 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 16 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Lehigh Valley Health Network Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. Lehigh Valley Health Network Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall.

Where is Lehigh Valley Health Network Program located?

Lehigh Valley Health Network Program is located at Lehigh Valley Hospital (Muhlenberg) 2545 Schoenersville Road 5th Floor Residency Suite Bethlehem, PA 18017. Its sponsoring institution is Lehigh Valley Health Network.

Who is the program director of Lehigh Valley Health Network Program?

The program director is Shawn Quinn. The program coordinator, Dawn Yenser, is the usual contact for application questions.