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University of California (Irvine) Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Orange, California, sponsored by University of California (Irvine).

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About University of California (Irvine) Program

ACGME code
1100521078
Program director
Shannon Toohey
Location
Orange, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
IMG residents
4%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

University of California (Irvine) Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Orange, California, sponsored by University of California (Irvine). It offers 9 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 4% 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
  • 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 graduates81%
  • US DO graduates15%
  • US IMGs4%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women33%
  • Men67%
  • White44%
  • Asian30%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Hispanic or Latino30%
  • Native Hawaiian or Pacific Islander4%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Shannon Toohey
Program coordinator
Jessica Holland
Coordinator phone
(714) 456-8116
Program phone
(714) 456-5239
Sponsoring institution
University of California (Irvine)

101 The City Drive South, RT.128-01 Orange, CA 92868 Open in Google Maps

University of California (Irvine) Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of California (Irvine) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of California (Irvine) 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 (Irvine) Program IMG-friendly?

About 4% of residents at University of California (Irvine) 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 (Irvine) Program offer?

University of California (Irvine) 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 University of California (Irvine) 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 (Irvine) Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is University of California (Irvine) Program located?

University of California (Irvine) Program is located at 101 The City Drive South, RT.128-01 Orange, CA 92868. Its sponsoring institution is University of California (Irvine).

Who is the program director of University of California (Irvine) Program?

The program director is Shannon Toohey. The program coordinator, Jessica Holland, is the usual contact for application questions.