Emergency MedicineUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh) Program

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

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About UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh) Program

ACGME code
1104112055
Program director
Michele Dorfsman
Location
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
16
First-year spots
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh) Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, sponsored by UPMC Medical Education. It offers 16 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 60 hours a week in their first year. The program offers research track.

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
16
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates98%
  • US DO graduates2%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women49%
  • Men51%
  • White85%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American2%
  • Hispanic or Latino4%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native2%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Michele Dorfsman
Program coordinator
Crystal Maki
Coordinator phone
(412) 647-8262
Program phone
(412) 647-8283
Sponsoring institution
UPMC Medical Education

University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 230 McKee Place Suite 500 Pittsburgh, PA 15213 Open in Google Maps

UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh) Program: frequently asked questions

Does UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh) Program sponsor visas?

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

UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh) 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 UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh) Program offer?

UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh) Program offers 16 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 16 were filled in the latest Match.

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

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh) Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it.

Where is UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh) Program located?

UPMC Medical Education (Pittsburgh) Program is located at University of Pittsburgh School of Medicine 230 McKee Place Suite 500 Pittsburgh, PA 15213. Its sponsoring institution is UPMC Medical Education.

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

The program director is Michele Dorfsman. The program coordinator, Crystal Maki, is the usual contact for application questions.