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Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

Emergency Medicine residency program in Richmond, Virginia, sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.

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About Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program

ACGME code
1105121160
Program director
Peter Moffett
Location
Richmond, Virginia
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
12
First-year spots
IMG residents
2%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program is a university Based Emergency Medicine residency program in Richmond, Virginia, sponsored by Virginia Commonwealth University Health System. It offers 12 first-year positions, about the same as the typical Emergency Medicine program (11).

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 2% of current residents, compared with a median of 8% across Emergency Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 55 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.

  • Step 2 CK minimum score
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
12
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates55%
  • US DO graduates43%
  • US IMGs2%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women50%
  • Men50%
  • White81%
  • Asian12%
  • Black or African American2%
  • Hispanic or Latino10%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native5%
  • Other2%

Contact and location

Program director
Peter Moffett
Program coordinator
Kevin Keller
Coordinator phone
(804) 828-4860
Program phone
(804) 628-3168
Sponsoring institution
Virginia Commonwealth University Health System

1250 East Marshall Street, Main Hospital 2nd Floor, Suite 600, Rm 618 PO Box 980401 Richmond, VA 23298 Open in Google Maps

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program: frequently asked questions

Does Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program IMG-friendly?

About 2% of residents at Virginia Commonwealth University Health System 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 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program offer?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System 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 Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?

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

Where is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program located?

Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program is located at 1250 East Marshall Street, Main Hospital 2nd Floor, Suite 600, Rm 618 PO Box 980401 Richmond, VA 23298. Its sponsoring institution is Virginia Commonwealth University Health System.

Who is the program director of Virginia Commonwealth University Health System Program?

The program director is Peter Moffett. The program coordinator, Kevin Keller, is the usual contact for application questions.