Emergency MedicineUniversity BasedSponsors J-1 and H-1B

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Nashville, Tennessee, sponsored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

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About Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1104721113
Program director
Matthew Pirotte
Location
Nashville, Tennessee
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
13
First-year spots
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B
For residents

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Nashville, Tennessee, sponsored by Vanderbilt University Medical Center. It offers 13 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 40 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
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
13
Visa sponsorship
J-1 and H-1B

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates100%
  • US DO graduates0%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women51%
  • Men49%
  • White79%
  • Asian18%
  • Black or African American8%
  • Hispanic or Latino15%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
Matthew Pirotte
Program coordinator
Tammy Tankersley
Coordinator phone
(615) 936-1160
Program phone
(615) 936-0087
Sponsoring institution
Vanderbilt University Medical Center

2215 Garland Ave 203 Light Hall Nashville, TN 37232-0687 Open in Google Maps

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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 Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

Vanderbilt University Medical Center 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 Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program offer?

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program offers 13 first-year Emergency Medicine positions, and 13 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program?

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

Where is Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program located?

Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program is located at 2215 Garland Ave 203 Light Hall Nashville, TN 37232-0687. Its sponsoring institution is Vanderbilt University Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Vanderbilt University Medical Center Program?

The program director is Matthew Pirotte. The program coordinator, Tammy Tankersley, is the usual contact for application questions.