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Community Health of Central Washington Program

Family Medicine residency program in Yakima, Washington, sponsored by Community Health of Central Washington.

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About Community Health of Central Washington Program

ACGME code
1205421522
Program director
Carl Olden
Location
Yakima, Washington
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
11
First-year spots
Applicants
574
Latest cycle
Interview rate
25.6%
Of applicants invited
IMG residents
69%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
None
For residents

Community Health of Central Washington Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Yakima, Washington, sponsored by Community Health of Central Washington. It offers 11 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 574 applications and invited about 25.6% of applicants to interview. That is a higher interview rate than most Family Medicine programs, which interview about 21.6% of applicants.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 69% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas.

Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers rural 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
  • 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
11
Interview rate
25.6%
Letters of recommendation
At least 2
Visa sponsorship
None

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates9%
  • US DO graduates22%
  • US IMGs38%
  • Non-US IMGs31%

Demographics

  • Women66%
  • Men34%
  • White38%
  • Asian47%
  • Black or African American13%
  • Hispanic or Latino9%
  • American Indian or Alaska Native3%

Contact and location

Program director
Carl Olden
Program coordinator
Sheila Evans
Coordinator phone
(509) 573-6210
Program phone
(509) 452-4520
Sponsoring institution
Community Health of Central Washington

Central Washington Family Medicine Residency 1806 W Lincoln Ave Yakima, WA 98902 Open in Google Maps

Community Health of Central Washington Program: frequently asked questions

Does Community Health of Central Washington Program sponsor visas?

Community Health of Central Washington Program does not report sponsoring J-1 or H-1B visas. International applicants who need a visa should confirm with the program before applying.

Is Community Health of Central Washington Program IMG-friendly?

About 69% of residents at Community Health of Central Washington Program are international medical graduates, so the program is considered IMG-friendly. For comparison, the median Family Medicine program has 22% IMG residents.

How many residency positions does Community Health of Central Washington Program offer?

Community Health of Central Washington Program offers 11 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 1 were filled in the latest Match.

How competitive is Community Health of Central Washington Program?

Community Health of Central Washington Program received 574 applications and interviewed about 25.6% of applicants. The typical Family Medicine program interviews about 21.6%.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Community Health of Central Washington Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Community Health of Central Washington 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 Community Health of Central Washington Program located?

Community Health of Central Washington Program is located at Central Washington Family Medicine Residency 1806 W Lincoln Ave Yakima, WA 98902. Its sponsoring institution is Community Health of Central Washington.

Who is the program director of Community Health of Central Washington Program?

The program director is Carl Olden. The program coordinator, Sheila Evans, is the usual contact for application questions.