The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program Emergency Medicine Residency
Emergency Medicine residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University.
See how you matchAbout The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program
- ACGME code
- 1103821110
- Program director
- Sandra Najarian
- Location
- Cleveland, Ohio
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 13
- First-year spots
- IMG residents
- 6%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
- For residents
The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program is a community-based university affiliated Emergency Medicine residency program in Cleveland, Ohio, sponsored by The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University. It offers 13 first-year positions, higher than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 6% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.
Residents work about 52 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research 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.
- Application deadline
- Residents' medical schools and countries
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 13
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1 and H-1B
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates45%
- US DO graduates50%
- US IMGs3%
- Non-US IMGs3%
Demographics
- Women50%
- Men50%
- White84%
- Asian13%
- Hispanic or Latino5%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Sandra Najarian
- Program coordinator
- Katie Shergalis
- Coordinator phone
- (216) 778-5088
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University
2500 MetroHealth Drive BG-3 Cleveland, OH 44109 Open in Google Maps
The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program: frequently asked questions
Does The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program sponsor visas?
Yes. The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
Is The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program IMG-friendly?
About 6% of residents at The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University 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 and H-1B visas.
How many residency positions does The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program offer?
The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program offers 13 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 13 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall.
Where is The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program located?
The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program is located at 2500 MetroHealth Drive BG-3 Cleveland, OH 44109. Its sponsoring institution is The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University.
Who is the program director of The MetroHealth System/Case Western Reserve University Program?
The program director is Sandra Najarian. The program coordinator, Katie Shergalis, is the usual contact for application questions.