HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program Family Medicine Residency
Family Medicine residency program in Augusta, Georgia, sponsored by HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine.
See how you matchAbout HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program
- ACGME code
- 1201200001
- Program director
- Mariam Akhtar
- Location
- Augusta, Georgia
- Data updated
- October 11, 2026
- Positions
- 4
- First-year spots
- Applicants
- 214
- Latest cycle
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
- For residents
HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Augusta, Georgia, sponsored by HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine. It offers 4 first-year positions, lower than the typical Family Medicine program (7).
In the latest application cycle the program received 214 applications.
The program sponsors J-1 visas.
Residents work about 50 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care track.
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Applications and interviews
- Positions offered
- 4
- Letters of recommendation
- At least 3
- Visa sponsorship
- J-1
Contact and location
- Program director
- Mariam Akhtar
- Program coordinator
- Tracy Stevenson
- Coordinator phone
- (706) 651-6103
- Program phone
- (404) 322-7718
- Website
- Program website
- Sponsoring institution
- HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine
3651 Wheeler Rd Augusta, GA 30909 Open in Google Maps
HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program: frequently asked questions
Does HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program sponsor visas?
Yes. HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program sponsors J-1 visas for residents. Visa policies can change between cycles, so confirm with the program coordinator before you apply.
How many residency positions does HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program offer?
HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program offers 4 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 2 were filled in the latest Match.
What Step 2 CK score do I need for HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program?
USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program does not publish a Step 2 CK minimum, so compare your score with the specialty overall. Across Family Medicine programs, the median Step 2 CK score of interviewed applicants is about 237.
Where is HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program located?
HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program is located at 3651 Wheeler Rd Augusta, GA 30909. Its sponsoring institution is HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine.
Who is the program director of HCA Healthcare/Mercer University School of Medicine Program?
The program director is Mariam Akhtar. The program coordinator, Tracy Stevenson, is the usual contact for application questions.