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Robert Packer Hospital Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Sayre, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Robert Packer Hospital.

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About Robert Packer Hospital Program

ACGME code
1104100210
Program director
Gregory Christiansen
Location
Sayre, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
IMG residents
44%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Robert Packer Hospital Program is a community-based Emergency Medicine residency program in Sayre, Pennsylvania, sponsored by Robert Packer Hospital. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 44% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 45 hours a week in their first year. The program offers rural 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.

  • 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 graduates6%
  • US DO graduates50%
  • US IMGs38%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women63%
  • Men38%
  • White69%
  • Asian19%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander6%
  • Other6%

Contact and location

Program director
Gregory Christiansen
Program coordinator
Mariah Hall
Coordinator phone
(570) 887-5253
Sponsoring institution
Robert Packer Hospital

1 Guthrie Square Sayre, PA 18840 Open in Google Maps

Robert Packer Hospital Program: frequently asked questions

Does Robert Packer Hospital Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Robert Packer Hospital Program IMG-friendly?

About 44% of residents at Robert Packer 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 Robert Packer Hospital Program offer?

Robert Packer Hospital Program offers 6 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 3 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Robert Packer 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 Robert Packer Hospital Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is Robert Packer Hospital Program located?

Robert Packer Hospital Program is located at 1 Guthrie Square Sayre, PA 18840. Its sponsoring institution is Robert Packer Hospital.

Who is the program director of Robert Packer Hospital Program?

The program director is Gregory Christiansen. The program coordinator, Mariah Hall, is the usual contact for application questions.