University of Virginia Medical Center Program Emergency Medicine Residency
Emergency Medicine residency program in Charlottesville, Virginia, sponsored by University of Virginia Medical Center.
See how you matchAbout University of Virginia Medical Center Program
- ACGME code
- 1105121125
- Program director
- Heather Lounsbury
- Location
- Charlottesville, Virginia
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 12
- First-year spots
- IMG residents
- 12.5%
- Share of current residents
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
University of Virginia Medical Center Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Charlottesville, Virginia, sponsored by University of Virginia Medical Center. It offers 12 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).
International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 12.5% 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. The program offers research and rural tracks.
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.
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 12
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 2
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Current residents
Residents by medical school type
- US MD graduates81%
- US DO graduates6%
- US IMGs0%
- Non-US IMGs13%
Contact and location
- Program director
- Heather Lounsbury
- Program coordinator
- Aileen Watchko
- Coordinator phone
- (434) 982-1800
- [email protected]
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- University of Virginia Medical Center
Department of Emergency Medicine Box 800699 Charlottesville, VA 22908 Open in Google Maps
University of Virginia Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions
Does University of Virginia Medical Center Program sponsor visas?
Yes. University of Virginia 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 University of Virginia Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?
About 12.5% of residents at University of Virginia Medical Center 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 Virginia Medical Center Program offer?
University of Virginia Medical Center Program offers 12 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 12 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for University of Virginia Medical Center Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. University of Virginia Medical Center Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall.
Where is University of Virginia Medical Center Program located?
University of Virginia Medical Center Program is located at Department of Emergency Medicine Box 800699 Charlottesville, VA 22908. Its sponsoring institution is University of Virginia Medical Center.
Who is the program director of University of Virginia Medical Center Program?
The program director is Heather Lounsbury. The program coordinator, Aileen Watchko, is the usual contact for application questions.