Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in New Orleans, Louisiana, sponsored by Ochsner Clinic Foundation.

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About Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program

ACGME code
1102100171
Program director
Benjamin Azan
Location
New Orleans, Louisiana
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
IMG residents
11%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in New Orleans, Louisiana, sponsored by Ochsner Clinic Foundation. It offers 9 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 11% 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
9
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates67%
  • US DO graduates22%
  • US IMGs7%
  • Non-US IMGs4%

Demographics

  • Women41%
  • Men59%
  • White81%
  • Asian19%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino15%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Benjamin Azan
Program coordinator
Elizabeth Leidinger
Coordinator phone
(504) 703-8844
Program phone
(410) 236-9207
Sponsoring institution
Ochsner Clinic Foundation

Ochsner Medical Center Department of Emergency Medicine 1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans, LA 70121 Open in Google Maps

Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program: frequently asked questions

Does Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program IMG-friendly?

About 11% of residents at Ochsner Clinic Foundation 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 Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program offer?

Ochsner Clinic Foundation 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 Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program located?

Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program is located at Ochsner Medical Center Department of Emergency Medicine 1514 Jefferson Hwy New Orleans, LA 70121. Its sponsoring institution is Ochsner Clinic Foundation.

Who is the program director of Ochsner Clinic Foundation Program?

The program director is Benjamin Azan. The program coordinator, Elizabeth Leidinger, is the usual contact for application questions.