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University of California Davis Health Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Sacramento, California, sponsored by University of California Davis Health.

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About University of California Davis Health Program

ACGME code
1100521097
Program director
Aaron Danielson
Location
Sacramento, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
14
First-year spots
IMG residents
6%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of California Davis Health Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Sacramento, California, sponsored by University of California Davis Health. It offers 14 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 visas.

Residents work about 70 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
14
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates67%
  • US DO graduates26%
  • US IMGs3%
  • Non-US IMGs3%

Demographics

  • Women62%
  • Men38%
  • White64%
  • Asian25%
  • Black or African American10%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Aaron Danielson
Program coordinator
Alyssa Johnson
Coordinator phone
(916) 734-8570
Program phone
(916) 734-5010
Sponsoring institution
University of California Davis Health

2315 Stockton Blvd PSSB 2100 Sacramento, CA 95817 Open in Google Maps

University of California Davis Health Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of California Davis Health Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of California Davis Health Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is University of California Davis Health Program IMG-friendly?

About 6% of residents at University of California Davis Health 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 University of California Davis Health Program offer?

University of California Davis Health Program offers 14 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 14 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of California Davis Health Program?

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

Where is University of California Davis Health Program located?

University of California Davis Health Program is located at 2315 Stockton Blvd PSSB 2100 Sacramento, CA 95817. Its sponsoring institution is University of California Davis Health.

Who is the program director of University of California Davis Health Program?

The program director is Aaron Danielson. The program coordinator, Alyssa Johnson, is the usual contact for application questions.