Emergency MedicineCommunity-basedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education.

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About UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program

ACGME code
1104100209
Program director
Amy Wyatt
Location
Harrisburg, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
6
First-year spots
IMG residents
34%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program is a community-based Emergency Medicine residency program in Harrisburg, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education. It offers 6 first-year positions, lower than the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 34% 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 53 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
6
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates33%
  • US DO graduates33%
  • US IMGs28%
  • Non-US IMGs6%

Demographics

  • Women33%
  • Men67%
  • White56%
  • Asian11%
  • Black or African American11%
  • Hispanic or Latino17%
  • Other11%

Contact and location

Program director
Amy Wyatt
Program coordinator
Holly Thomas
Coordinator phone
(717) 231-8494
Program phone
(443) 472-3234
Sponsoring institution
UPMC Medical Education

111 South Front Street Harrisburg, PA 17101 Open in Google Maps

UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program: frequently asked questions

Does UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program sponsor visas?

Yes. UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) 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 UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program IMG-friendly?

About 34% of residents at UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Emergency Medicine program has 8% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 and H-1B visas.

How many residency positions does UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program offer?

UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program offers 6 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 6 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall.

Where is UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program located?

UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program is located at 111 South Front Street Harrisburg, PA 17101. Its sponsoring institution is UPMC Medical Education.

Who is the program director of UPMC Medical Education (Harrisburg) Program?

The program director is Amy Wyatt. The program coordinator, Holly Thomas, is the usual contact for application questions.