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Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program

Family Medicine residency program in Bakersfield, California, sponsored by Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield.

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About Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program

ACGME code
1200500738
Program director
Carol Stewart
Location
Bakersfield, California
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
10
First-year spots
Applicants
1,633
Latest cycle
IMG residents
96%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program is a not Available Family Medicine residency program in Bakersfield, California, sponsored by Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield. It offers 10 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,633 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 96% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

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
10
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates0%
  • US DO graduates4%
  • US IMGs81%
  • Non-US IMGs15%

Demographics

  • Women37%
  • Men63%
  • Asian30%
  • Black or African American15%
  • Hispanic or Latino30%

Contact and location

Program director
Carol Stewart
Program coordinator
Arianna Herrera
Coordinator phone
(661) 328-4284
Program phone
(661) 635-3050
Sponsoring institution
Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield

7800 Niles Street Bakersfield, CA 93306-4937 Open in Google Maps

Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program: frequently asked questions

Does Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program sponsor visas?

Yes. Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.

Is Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program IMG-friendly?

About 96% of residents at Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents. It sponsors J-1 visas.

How many residency positions does Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program offer?

Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program offers 10 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 10 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program's Step 2 CK minimum. Unlock the screening details above to see it. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.

Where is Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program located?

Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program is located at 7800 Niles Street Bakersfield, CA 93306-4937. Its sponsoring institution is Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield.

Who is the program director of Clinica Sierra Vista - Bakersfield Program?

The program director is Carol Stewart. The program coordinator, Arianna Herrera, is the usual contact for application questions.