Family MedicineCommunity-based university affiliatedSponsors J-1

Hennepin Healthcare Program

Family Medicine residency program in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sponsored by Hennepin Healthcare.

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About Hennepin Healthcare Program

ACGME code
1202611177
Program director
David Councilman
Location
Minneapolis, Minnesota
Data updated
October 11, 2026
Positions
11
First-year spots
Applicants
1,364
Latest cycle
IMG residents
91%
Share of current residents
Visa sponsorship
J-1
For residents

Hennepin Healthcare Program is a community-based university affiliated Family Medicine residency program in Minneapolis, Minnesota, sponsored by Hennepin Healthcare. It offers 11 first-year positions, higher than the typical Family Medicine program (7).

In the latest application cycle the program received 1,364 applications.

International medical graduates (IMGs) make up about 91% of current residents, compared with a median of 22% across Family Medicine programs. The program sponsors J-1 visas.

Residents work about 65 hours a week in their first year. The program offers primary care 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
  • Year of graduation limit
  • US clinical experience required
  • Application deadline
  • Residents' medical schools and countries

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Applications and interviews

Positions offered
11
Letters of recommendation
At least 3
Visa sponsorship
J-1

Current residents

Residents by medical school type

  • US MD graduates3%
  • US DO graduates6%
  • US IMGs27%
  • Non-US IMGs64%

Demographics

  • Women45%
  • Men55%
  • White15%
  • Asian67%
  • Black or African American18%
  • Hispanic or Latino3%
  • Other3%

Contact and location

Program director
David Councilman
Program coordinator
Leslie Booker
Coordinator phone
(612) 873-8084
Program phone
(612) 873-8068
Sponsoring institution
Hennepin Healthcare

Whittier Clinic and Family Medicine Residency Program 2810 Nicollet Ave Minneapolis, MN 55408 Open in Google Maps

Hennepin Healthcare Program: frequently asked questions

Does Hennepin Healthcare Program sponsor visas?

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

Is Hennepin Healthcare Program IMG-friendly?

About 91% of residents at Hennepin Healthcare 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 Hennepin Healthcare Program offer?

Hennepin Healthcare Program offers 11 first-year Family Medicine positions, and 11 were filled in the latest Match.

What Step 2 CK score do I need for Hennepin Healthcare Program?

USMLE Step 1 is now pass/fail, so Step 2 CK is the main score programs use to screen applicants. This page has Hennepin Healthcare 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 Hennepin Healthcare Program located?

Hennepin Healthcare Program is located at Whittier Clinic and Family Medicine Residency Program 2810 Nicollet Ave Minneapolis, MN 55408. Its sponsoring institution is Hennepin Healthcare.

Who is the program director of Hennepin Healthcare Program?

The program director is David Councilman. The program coordinator, Leslie Booker, is the usual contact for application questions.