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Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Gainesville, Georgia, sponsored by Northeast Georgia Medical Center.

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About Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1101200093
Program director
Joshua Mugele
Location
Gainesville, Georgia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
IMG residents
13%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program is a community-based Emergency Medicine residency program in Gainesville, Georgia, sponsored by Northeast Georgia Medical Center. It offers 12 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 13% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
12
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates32%
  • US DO graduates54%
  • US IMGs8%
  • Non-US IMGs5%

Demographics

  • Women57%
  • Men43%
  • White54%
  • Asian24%
  • Black or African American14%
  • Hispanic or Latino8%

Contact and location

Program director
Joshua Mugele
Program coordinator
Ana Cuevas
Coordinator phone
(770) 219-8760
Program phone
(770) 219-8730
Sponsoring institution
Northeast Georgia Medical Center

743 Spring Street Gainesville, GA 30501 Open in Google Maps

Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Northeast Georgia 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 Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 13% of residents at Northeast Georgia Medical Center 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 visas.

How many residency positions does Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program offer?

Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program offers 12 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 12 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Northeast Georgia 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 Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program located?

Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program is located at 743 Spring Street Gainesville, GA 30501. Its sponsoring institution is Northeast Georgia Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Northeast Georgia Medical Center Program?

The program director is Joshua Mugele. The program coordinator, Ana Cuevas, is the usual contact for application questions.