Family MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Broadlawns Medical Center Program

Family Medicine residency program in Des Moines, Iowa, sponsored by Broadlawns Medical Center.

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About Broadlawns Medical Center Program

ACGME code
1201811134
Program director
Dana Danley
Location
Des Moines, Iowa
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
9
First-year spots
Applicants
308
Latest cycle
Interview rate
27.3%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
0%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Broadlawns Medical Center Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Des Moines, Iowa, sponsored by Broadlawns Medical Center. It offers 9 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 308 applications and invited about 27.3% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

None of the program's current residents are international medical graduates (IMGs), while the median Family Medicine program has 22%. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 52 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care and women's health 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
  • Step 2 CK scores of interviewed applicants
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries
  • Signals and geographic preference

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
9
Interview rate
27.3%
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates8%
  • US DO graduates92%
  • US IMGs0%
  • Non-US IMGs0%

Demographics

  • Women79%
  • Men21%
  • White83%
  • Asian13%
  • Black or African American4%
  • Other4%

Contact and location

Program director
Dana Danley
Program coordinator
Erin Barnes
Coordinator phone
(515) 282-5776
Program phone
(515) 282-2487
Sponsoring institution
Broadlawns Medical Center

1801 Hickman Road Des Moines, IA 50314 Open in Google Maps

Broadlawns Medical Center Program: frequently asked questions

Does Broadlawns Medical Center Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Broadlawns 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 Broadlawns Medical Center Program IMG-friendly?

Broadlawns Medical Center Program currently has no international medical graduates among its residents. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Broadlawns Medical Center Program offer?

Broadlawns Medical Center Program offers 9 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 5 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Broadlawns Medical Center Program?

Broadlawns Medical Center Program received 308 applications and interviewed about 27.3% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Broadlawns 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 Broadlawns Medical Center Program's Step 2 CK minimum and score range of interviewed applicants. Unlock the screening details above to see them. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.

Where is Broadlawns Medical Center Program located?

Broadlawns Medical Center Program is located at 1801 Hickman Road Des Moines, IA 50314. Its sponsoring institution is Broadlawns Medical Center.

Who is the program director of Broadlawns Medical Center Program?

The program director is Dana Danley. The program coordinator, Erin Barnes, is the usual contact for application questions.