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Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Lima, Ohio, sponsored by Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center.

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About Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1103800211
Program director
james chan
Location
Lima, Ohio
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
IMG residents
78%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program is a community-based Emergency Medicine residency program in Lima, Ohio, sponsored by Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 78% 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
6
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates17%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs61%
  • Non-US IMGs17%

Demographics

  • Women39%
  • Men61%
  • White72%
  • Asian6%
  • Black or African American17%
  • Hispanic or Latino6%
  • Other11%

Contact and location

Program director
james chan
Program coordinator
Susan Dunn
Coordinator phone
(419) 996-5558
Program phone
(614) 787-1392
Sponsoring institution
Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center

730 West Market Street Lima, OH 45801 Open in Google Maps

Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 78% of residents at Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center 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 Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program offer?

Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program offers 6 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program?

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

Where is Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program located?

Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program is located at 730 West Market Street Lima, OH 45801. Its sponsoring institution is Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Mercy Health-St Rita's Medical Center Program?

The program director is james chan. The program coordinator, Susan Dunn, is the usual contact for application questions.