Emergency MedicineUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania Health System.

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About University of Pennsylvania Health System Program

ACGME code
1104121148
Program director
Lauren Conlon
Location
Philadelphia, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
14
First-year spots
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Philadelphia, Pennsylvania, sponsored by University of Pennsylvania Health System. It offers 14 first-year positions, higher than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Emergency Medicine program has 8%. The program sponsors J-1 and H-1B 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.

  • 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 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates86%
  • US DO graduates14%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women54%
  • Men46%
  • White50%
  • Asian21%
  • Black or African American25%
  • Hispanic or Latino13%

Contact and location

Program director
Lauren Conlon
Program coordinator
Kelly Deuchar
Coordinator phone
(215) 662-6305
Program phone
(215) 615-6581
Sponsoring institution
University of Pennsylvania Health System

3400 Spruce Street Ground Ravdin Philadelphia, PA 19104 Open in Google Maps

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program: frequently asked questions

Does University of Pennsylvania Health System Program sponsor visas?

Yes. University of Pennsylvania Health System 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 University of Pennsylvania Health System Program IMG-friendly?

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does University of Pennsylvania Health System Program offer?

University of Pennsylvania Health System 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 Pennsylvania Health System Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. University of Pennsylvania Health System Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall.

Where is University of Pennsylvania Health System Program located?

University of Pennsylvania Health System Program is located at 3400 Spruce Street Ground Ravdin Philadelphia, PA 19104. Its sponsoring institution is University of Pennsylvania Health System.

Who is the program director of University of Pennsylvania Health System Program?

The program director is Lauren Conlon. The program coordinator, Kelly Deuchar, is the usual contact for application questions.