Emergency MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Newark, New Jersey, sponsored by Rutgers Health.

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About Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1103321158
Program director
Shelley Jones-Dillon
Location
Newark, New Jersey
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
8
First-year spots
IMG residents
88%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Newark, New Jersey, sponsored by Rutgers Health. It offers 8 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 88% 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
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
8
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates4%
  • US DO graduates8%
  • US IMGs75%
  • Non-US IMGs13%

Demographics

  • Women46%
  • Men54%
  • White42%
  • Asian42%
  • Black or African American21%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • Other8%

Contact and location

Program director
Shelley Jones-Dillon
Program coordinator
Ronda Lubin
Coordinator phone
(973) 926-6671
Sponsoring institution
Rutgers Health

201 Lyons Ave at Osborne Terrace Newark, NJ 07112 Open in Google Maps

Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel 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 Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

About 88% of residents at Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel 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 Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program offer?

Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program offers 8 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 8 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel 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 Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program located?

Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program is located at 201 Lyons Ave at Osborne Terrace Newark, NJ 07112. Its sponsoring institution is Rutgers Health.

Who is the program director of Rutgers Health/Newark Beth Israel Medical Center Program?

The program director is Shelley Jones-Dillon. The program coordinator, Ronda Lubin, is the usual contact for application questions.